Mobile Health Paramedic

Acadian Health • Lafayette, LA

4h • Hybrid

About The Position

Primarily responsible for the care and management of the clients enrolled in an Acadian Health Program. Responsibilities include but are not limited to environmental assessment, clinical assessment, interaction, and treatment of clients, including facilitating continuity of care by interacting with other members of their interdisciplinary care team. Responsible for participating in medical research and treatment modalities as directed by the Medical Director; and other operational support functions as assigned. Additional duties may include leadership roles and training/mentoring as assigned. This position will operate out of the Lafayette, La office Monday-Friday.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Current BLS and ACLS Certifications
• Required licensure to perform as a Paramedic within the state of employment
• Effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to provide effective coaching and leadership
• Demonstrated teaching and educational facilitation skills
• Ability to adhere to established standards for educational quality
• Familiarity with basic computer applications and functions
• Team-oriented and able to work effectively and efficiently with others
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record in accordance with Acadian’s driving and insurability policies
• Recommendation from current OM and QIC (if a current Acadian employee)
• No significant clinical issues for the past one (1) year (if a current Acadian employee)
• Minimum of two (2) years direct patient care experience (if a current Acadian employee)

Nice To Haves

• PHTLS and PALS Certifications
• Degree from an accredited college or university
• Previous trainer or instructor experience
• Previous Critical Care experience
• Previous Hospital experience

Responsibilities

• Perform physical and environmental assessments based on protocols specific to the patient.
• Function in non-traditional settings and provide non-emergency clinical care with a focus on chronic disease management.
• Work as an extension of care teams under their direction as it relates to patient care and coordination of care.
• Respond to crisis calls and provide clinical care as directed by protocol and medical control.
• Conduct environmental assessments in support of the patient's plan of care; identify and report items/actions that contradict the plan of care.
• Provide ongoing interaction with patients in the form of telephone calls and in-person home visits.
• Provide disease-specific education to the patient and/or caregivers in verbal and written formats.
• Regularly communicate with multiple agencies and other members of the Acadian Health team to facilitate continuity of care objectives; ensuring the patient is receiving all available services and proper follow-up. Examples include physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, hospital case managers, social services, area council on aging, and other community service organizations.
• Maintain timely and accurate patient medical records utilizing the electronic health record software.
• Multi-task and make sound decisions in critical situations.
• Participate in activities such as blood pressure or immunization clinics that promote Acadian Companies.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Acadian Health Operations Director or Medical Director.

Benefits

• Orientation to job requirements
• Completion of the Acadian Health clinical education program
• Completion of ride along shifts with current Acadian Health staff
• Clearance to perform issued by an Acadian Health Operations Supervisor
• Obtain Community Paramedicine certification or licensure in the state of employment (if applicable)
• Participation in the Acadian Health continuing education program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED