Mobile Medic, Advanced- Part time Community Paramedic

ChenMed•Mechanicsville, VA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Mobile Medic, Advanced works closely with the after-hours virtual care team providers as well as with the center primary care providers for daytime orders to deliver a full scope of in-home health care services to patients. Under the provider’s direction, the incumbent provides a wide range of urgent and acute clinical interventions to patients in their homes. This includes documenting vital signs and measuring relevant physical attributes as well as identifying cognitive, functional, medication and social challenges impacting patient’s health. The Mobile Medic also communicates any necessary health updates to the provider and virtual care team to execute a care plan that fosters safety for the patient to maintain their health at home. This position offers a flexible part- time schedule with expected 20 hours worked each week, including one weekend per month.

Requirements

Advanced Paramedic knowledge, skills and abilities in patient care and emergency response; resourceful in emergencies, with ability to direct and command personnel.
Comprehensive knowledge of and familiarity with community resources and social services available to help improve the health and wellbeing of patients.
Comprehensive knowledge of and familiar with the definition of neglect and abuse for a vulnerable adult; must know how to report cases of neglect and abuse to APS and Law Enforcement.
Comprehensive knowledge of HIPAA regulations and compliance standards.
Familiarity with Electronic Health Records (her) systems.
Familiarity with Primary Care pathways and chronic disease management.
Exceptional interpersonal, customer service, conflict resolution, problem-solving, listening and communication skills.
Excellent time management and organizational skills.
Personal agility and adaptability; comfortable working through ambiguity that stems from an entrepreneurial environment.
Skilled in phone, business systems and medical equipment
Meticulous to ensure accuracy of reports and data.
Superb teamwork capabilities to coordinate efforts and work toward achieving the best outcome for the patient
Ability to show compassion and be emotionally supportive in emergency situations.
Committed to continuous improvement, innovation and leading peers toward best practices
Ability to take a positive approach to people with a friendly and warm nature; must embody our values of Love, Accountability and Passion.
Ability to effectively collaborate and partner with team members, including providers and nurses, and business leaders, and other members of the care team.
Ability to effectively navigate stressful situations involving the public
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite products including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and outlook, competent in other systems required for the position.
Ability and willingness to travel locally and regionally up to 100% of the time.
Spoken and written fluency in English; bilingual Spanish a plus.
High School diploma or equivalent required
A minimum of 5-10 years' work experience as a Paramedic in Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and/or Mobile Integrated Health (MIH) OR Associate's degree with a minimum of 5 years of work experience as a Paramedic in Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and/or Mobile Integrated Health (MIH) required.
Current unrestricted Paramedic state license required
This position requires possession and maintenance of a current, valid Driver’s License AND a reliable means of personal transportation to be used for transporting self, as well as company provided supplies and equipment during home visits.
Must live and/or work in the Richmond VA area.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AMA) or American Red Cross required.
ALS certification required.
Community Paramedic Certification (CP-C) required within 18 months of hire date.

Nice To Haves

Experience in telemedicine or virtual clinical care delivery strongly preferred
Experience working with geriatric patients is a plus.

Responsibilities

With provider guidance and direction, conducts one-on-one advanced, in-home health assessments with senior patients. This includes documenting vital signs and measuring relevant physical attributes as well as identifying cognitive, functional, medication and social challenges impacting patient’s health.
Communicates health updates with the provider and virtual care team.
Facilitates care plan execution and design to keep patient home, happy, and healthy, when able.
Prepares patients for virtual examinations; performs routine screenings, including vitals, weight, EKG, etc.
Assists providers with exams and explains treatment procedures and providers' instructions to patients, including facilitating video visits.
Prepares and administers medications including IM and IV, changes dressings, applies bandages, removes sutures and other first aid procedures.
Performs CPR when necessary.
Performs non-critical medical and therapeutic procedures based on medical instructions.
Collects phlebotomy and other lab specimens; performs basic Point of Care lab tests; performs home safety checks to include smoke and carbon monoxide detector operation.
Interacts with EMS and emergency department personnel as necessary and with expediency, to coordinate emergency care for any presentation warranting an immediate trip to the hospital or advanced life support services.
Creates and records detailed clinical documents for each patient, noting all medications, allergies, and medical conditions presenting.
Documents contact information for each family member or friend serving as emergency contact.
Documents and reports findings/actions to ensure encounters are accurately recorded and received by the provider as soon as administratively possible.
Provides recommendations to provider within scope of license to address/reduce health risk.
Maintains home visit supplies, equipment and stocks.
Sterilizes instruments, practices OSHA safety standards, practices accurate, legal and ethical documentation at all times.
As defined by state statutes and pursuant to medical protocols, policies and procedures set by the provider, administers appropriate patient care at the Paramedic skill level in emergency medical situations.
Reports cases of neglect or abuse to Adult/Child protective services.
Contacts law enforcement when appropriate.
Educates seniors on aging and disability resources and other applicable social services.
Recommends to provider and care team needed mental health interventions, leveraging community resources whenever possible.
Coordinates fire rescue units, police and other community agencies making home visits.
Performs other duties as assigned and modified at manager’s discretion.