Paramedic | Gundersen Health System Ambulance | Richland Center

Memorial Hospital of Boscobel•Richland Center, WI

5d•$24•Onsite

About The Position

Gundersen Health System Ambulance (GHSA) is seeking a fulltime Paramedic to join our highly committed and driven Richland Center ambulance team as we provide the most advanced pre-hospital patient care available to an area of nearly 1,000 square miles covering parts of both Iowa and Wisconsin. With a dedicated staff of highly skilled Paramedics and experienced EMTs, we are able to provide emergency response and interfacility medical services 24 hours a day. Gundersen Health System Ambulance is the place to be for Paramedics! Our ambulance services offer progressive protocols, modern and high-quality equipment, a friendly work environment, along with excellent pay and benefits package. It is our philosophy to treat our Paramedics with autonomy and as true health care professionals. As part of a large integrated health system, our Paramedics play a significant role in the outcomes of our patients and are treated with value and respect by all area healthcare providers. As a Paramedic, you will respond, treat, and transport patients in emergency and non-emergency settings. You will function as a crew member of an ambulance in Rural 911, paramedic intercepts, and interfacility transfer environments, providing transfer services for Gundersen Critical Access hospitals and non-affiliated hospitals throughout the region. You will perform Paramedic-level clinical care to patients of all ages in accordance with established policies, protocols, and standards under the guidelines of Gundersen Health System medical direction. Fulltime, 80 hours biweekly (1.0 FTE) 24/48 Work Schedule: Work a 24-hour shift, have 48 hours off Will be located at the ambulance station during your scheduled shift(s) After New Employee Orientation, will orientate to the bay and rigs at site specific location and will be scheduled 10x12hr ride along shifts with a Field Training Officer Will receive internal training for Incident Command System & Certified Emergency Vehicle Operation (CEVO) Starting pay of $23.82 per hour and up, based on your years of experience

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalency
Must have a paramedic license in Wisconsin to begin employment, with paramedic license in Iowa required within 90 days of hire date
National Registry of EMTS as a National Paramedic (NRP)
Valid Wisconsin, Minnesota or Iowa driver’s license
Current Infant-Adult BLS for Health Care Providers from American Heart Association or American Red Cross
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) & Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
Registered nurses that maintain NREMT and EMT licenses and are approved as an RN Exemption through the states of Iowa and Wisconsin, would replace the requirements for the NRP and Paramedic licenses for this position
Iowa Paramedic License is required within 90 days of hire for Home Stations of West Union, Richland Center, and Prairie du Chien
ICS 100, 200 and 700 certificates required within 60 days of hire
Certified Emergency Vehicle Operation (CEVO) within 60 days of hire

Nice To Haves

Prior work experience in an emergency or pre-hospital setting is strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Respond, treat, and transport patients in emergency and non-emergency settings.
Function as a crew member of an ambulance in Rural 911, paramedic intercepts, and interfacility transfer environments, providing transfer services for Gundersen Critical Access hospitals and non-affiliated hospitals throughout the region.
Perform Paramedic-level clinical care to patients of all ages in accordance with established policies, protocols, and standards under the guidelines of Gundersen Health System medical direction.

Benefits

Unlimited potential at one of the leading health systems in the midwestern United States
A highly adaptable and mission-driven organization with a work environment that supports you personally and professionally and a work culture where you are valued and appreciated
A care team with longevity and low turnover, strong teamwork model, and the ability to work with complex patient cases both independently and as a team
Ability to grow and expand your EMS skills working within a dynamic patient population, paired with continual learning and educational opportunities
Supported with state-of-the-art medical equipment including ventilators, heart monitors & IV pumps; advanced ambulance and dispatch technology
Continuous medical control by Gundersen emergency and specialty physicians & clinical benchmarks ensure our quality patient care remains highly effective
Support for your career growth and advancement through departmental leadership support, Professional Development Opportunities, our Tuition Investment Program, and Career Development Center
Competitive Compensation: Enjoy an attractive hourly rate, based on your years of experience, ensuring your skills and dedication are valued and rewarded
A comprehensive and generous benefits package (Medical, Dental, Life Ins, HSA/FSA) ensuring your comfort and well-being as a valuable team member
Substantial retirement contribution including 401k match & annual discretionary base contribution
Flexible work schedules for early risers, night owls, weekenders, and everyone in between allowing you to maintain a work-life balance
Paid Time Off (PTO) combines vacation, sick, and personal days into one balance to allow you the flexibility to use your time off as you need
Other benefits include a Wellness program with incentives, employer-paid life insurance and AD&D, optional short-term and long-term disability coverage, an employee assistance program, identity theft protection, pet insurance, Inspire & Celebrate colleague recognition and rewards program, a discount program, and more!