Paramedic - Part Time

Estes Park Medical Center • Estes Park, CO

334d • $23 - $32

About The Position

Estes Park Health exists to make a positive difference to the health and well-being of all we serve. Located about 90 miles northwest of Denver, at 7,522 feet above sea level, Estes Park Health sits in the heart of the Rocky Mountains. As a gateway to Rocky Mountain National Park, the adventurous lifestyle Estes Park supplies open endless outdoor opportunities for our staff. We promote a healthy work-life balance to give our staff the time to enjoy the 'playground' that is Colorado. From pediatrics to geriatrics, Estes Park Health supplies a full spectrum of care for our friends, neighbors, and visitors in the entire Estes Park Valley and Rocky Mountain National Park. Today, over 18,000 patients-residents and visitors alike-see our health care teams for both outpatient and inpatient services.

Requirements

• High School level or equivalent of education, on-going continuing education required.
• Minimum of six months experience preferred.
• Current State of Colorado EMT-P certification.
• Valid Colorado driver's license and excellent driving record.
• Required certifications: Current BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP (NRP required 6 months after hire if not current at time of hire).
• Colorado State Critical Care Paramedic Endorsement, and BTLS, PHTLS, CPR Instructor certifications are preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Responds to 911 calls and requests for inter-facility transfers; performs emergency care and Advanced Life Support in pre-hospital settings.
• Ensures personal safety and that of other emergency personnel and patients on the scene.
• Assists with community education, staff continuing education, and/or other EMS related educational functions.
• Performs non-patient related duties such as assisting with office functions, quality assurance, and basic vehicle maintenance.
• Reports for assigned duty shift in a timely manner and participates in shift change communication.
• Inventories vehicle to ensure all equipment is operational and adequate supplies are present.
• Receives calls from dispatch and responds verbally to the dispatch center.
• Communicates with partner, reads maps, runs GPS, and drives ambulance to the scene.
• Determines nature and extent of illness or injury and performs differential diagnosis.
• Communicates patient condition and treatment to receiving medical facility.
• Participates in committees as assigned.
• Performs in accordance with all local, state, and federal laws and regulatory agency standards.

Benefits

• Money Purchase Pension Plan 401(a) which replaces Social Security contributions.
• 457(b) plan for additional funds to investments.
• HSA or PPO medical plan with pre-tax spending accounts.
• Affordable all-inclusive dental services plan.
• Vision insurance for individuals or families.
• Paid Time Off - Personal and sick leave immediately available.
• Medical Transport - MASA supplemental for both Air and Ground.
• Accident and Critical Illness insurance.
• Term Life and AD&D insurance free to employees.
• Voluntary Life Insurance for additional coverage.
• Short Term Disability options.
• Long Term Disability free while employed.
• Employee Assistance Program for counseling and life balance services.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED