Paramedic - Occ Med | Full-Time

Sanford Health•Fargo, ND

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. Work Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America) Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Compensation: Salary Range: $27.00 - $34.50 Union Position: No Department Details Why you will love Occupational Medicine: ✅ Creating safe and healthy work places – Partnering with local businesses to promote safe work environments, with education and training ✅ Workplace injuries – diagnose and treat work-related injuries and illnesses, including musculoskeletal problems, respiratory issues, and other conditions linked to workplace exposures. Providing proper documentation of the incident as well. ✅ Variety of tasks – each day can bring a new learning opportunity for staff. From vaccinations, walk-in injuries, pre-employment examinations, drug testing, hearing testing, respirator fit testing and much more; this department sees it all! ✅ Department Opportunities – This team supports staff in obtaining additional educational opportunities, and using your skills to the top of your scope. Summary Assists in implementing Occupational Medicine clinic workflows within the scope of a Paramedic license, including immunizations testing, vaccination updates, drug screens, alcohol testing, blood draws and other occupational health procedures. This role involves a collaborative relationship with other medical professionals on staff and APPs and providers, focusing on preventative care and efficient medical management in occupational health settings to maintain employee health and productivity. Job Description Provides initial medical assessment and care for work-related injuries and illnesses to help prevent unnecessary hospital visits. Utilizes the paramedic process of assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation to deliver individualized care under physician supervision. Maintains thorough and accurate documentation of patient interactions, treatments, and regulatory information, including work accidents, injuries, and exposure records, to support employer and OSHA compliance. Collaborates with occupational health nurses, safety specialists, and other team members to promote a safe work environment and support adherence to health and safety regulations. Supports employee health and wellness initiatives, including screenings, education, and injury prevention activities. Coordinates patient care needs such as scheduling visits and procedures, completing pre-visit calls, gathering and reviewing charts, assisting physicians and nurses during clinical encounters, managing patient admission processes, and arranging follow-up diagnostic studies or appointments. Observes, records, and communicates patient conditions and treatment responses to the supervising physician. Maintains strong communication with physicians and facilities to relay patient status and obtain medical direction. Completes detailed written documentation and follows all legal, ethical, and professional standards. Ensures examination areas are properly prepared between patients and may coordinate certain diagnostic or specialty clinic scheduling. Works collaboratively with the broader health care team to support holistic patient care. Uses effective communication skills to collaborate, problem solve, and resolve issues with colleagues, patients, and families. Demonstrates strong clinical reasoning and critical thinking to assess data and respond appropriately to changing situations. Performs patient assessment, triage, education, coordination of care, and other paramedic-level clinical functions. Physical requirements include frequent use of arms, legs, and full body movement such as lifting, walking, climbing, stooping, and handling materials. Participates in ongoing training to maintain national certification, state licensure, and current knowledge within the field.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
Completion of an accredited Paramedic Training Program required for licensing.
Hold national registry status at a Paramedic level.
Depending on state requirements, individuals may need to have a state license.
Additional licensures as required depending upon state; Paramedic (PAR) Certification
National Incident Management Systems (NIMS) Incident Command System (ICS)100, 200, 700, and 800 completed
Based on facility needs, must meet all medical guidelines for Sanford Health Category III drivers.

Nice To Haves

Associates Degree in Paramedic Technology or Paramedicine preferred.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS), Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) or equivalent, advanced version for paramedics, International Trauma Life Support (ITLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) preferred depending on location.

Responsibilities

Assists in implementing Occupational Medicine clinic workflows within the scope of a Paramedic license, including immunizations testing, vaccination updates, drug screens, alcohol testing, blood draws and other occupational health procedures.
Provides initial medical assessment and care for work-related injuries and illnesses to help prevent unnecessary hospital visits.
Utilizes the paramedic process of assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation to deliver individualized care under physician supervision.
Maintains thorough and accurate documentation of patient interactions, treatments, and regulatory information, including work accidents, injuries, and exposure records, to support employer and OSHA compliance.
Collaborates with occupational health nurses, safety specialists, and other team members to promote a safe work environment and support adherence to health and safety regulations.
Supports employee health and wellness initiatives, including screenings, education, and injury prevention activities.
Coordinates patient care needs such as scheduling visits and procedures, completing pre-visit calls, gathering and reviewing charts, assisting physicians and nurses during clinical encounters, managing patient admission processes, and arranging follow-up diagnostic studies or appointments.
Observes, records, and communicates patient conditions and treatment responses to the supervising physician.
Maintains strong communication with physicians and facilities to relay patient status and obtain medical direction.
Completes detailed written documentation and follows all legal, ethical, and professional standards.
Ensures examination areas are properly prepared between patients and may coordinate certain diagnostic or specialty clinic scheduling.
Works collaboratively with the broader health care team to support holistic patient care.
Uses effective communication skills to collaborate, problem solve, and resolve issues with colleagues, patients, and families.
Demonstrates strong clinical reasoning and critical thinking to assess data and respond appropriately to changing situations.
Performs patient assessment, triage, education, coordination of care, and other paramedic-level clinical functions.
Participates in ongoing training to maintain national certification, state licensure, and current knowledge within the field.