Paramedic - Aspen Ambulance - Full time

Aspen Valley Hospital•Aspen, CO

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Administers basic and advanced life support to sick and injured persons in pre-hospital and interfacility setting as directed by local protocols and physician orders. Assesses nature and extent of illness or injury to establish and prioritize medical procedures to be followed or need for additional assistance. Transports sick and injured persons to or between hospitals or other appropriate treatment facilities. Maintains a good working relationship with hospital staff, public safety agencies and the community.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Paramedic education program.
Unrestricted license to practice as a Paramedic (PARA) in the State of Colorado, or ability to obtain prior to start date
Current driver license, or ability to obtain prior to start date, with minimum 3 years of driving experience and acceptable MVR.
Basic Life Support (BLS). May be obtained upon hire.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

Nice To Haves

Colorado Critical Care Paramedic endorsement preferred.
Bilingual in Spanish preferred.
We will consider equivalent combinations of experience and education for certain jobs. If you don't meet the job requirements as listed, but you believe you possess equivalent experience or education, you are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Performs assessment for and delivery of emergency medical care to patients at a Paramedic level during ambulance responses and interfacility transfers.
Operates vehicles and equipment safely and effectively.
Works collaboratively with EMTs and other members of the patient care team.
Maintains accurate and timely medical reports, charges, and logs including: ambulance report, ambulance run log, and vehicle log.
Performs functions of a medical/nursing assistance nature at the direction of physicians in assigned areas within the certified capability of the Paramedic.
Arranges patient transfer via ground or air from Aspen Valley Hospital to other receiving facilities upon notification by hospital staff.
Maintains ambulance and associated equipment in constant state of readiness to include cleaning, inventory and maintenance checks as per the appropriate check-off lists.
Assists with maintenance and cleaning of Aspen Ambulance District building, quarters, and bays.
Assists in department planning and offers suggestions for improvement of operations and equipment.
Orients students or new EMTs to ambulance and hospital operations.
Assists in coordination of continuing education and recertification of hospital employed EMTs and nurses when possible.
Maintains competency to perform advanced procedures and administer medications as permitted by state-approved scope of practice waivers.
Safely operates motor vehicles, including emergency vehicles, cars, trucks, and vans.
Ensures developmentally and medically appropriate care for all patient populations and age groups.
Adheres to all applicable laws, regulations, company policies, and established procedures to ensure a safe, compliant, and ethical work environment.

Benefits

Continuing education, professional development, and tuition assistance.
Healthcare as low as $46 per month, plus an additional 50% off of all AVH services for you AND your family!
All preventative services covered at 100%, zero copay.
Virtual and robust mental health resources available.
Earn up to 22 days PTO within your first year. Rollover what you don’t use.
Bereavement Leave that covers miscarriages, extended family, and pets.
Robust Paid Medical and Family Leave. Weeks 1-6 are paid at 100% for parental or personal illness/injury.
You will be automatically enrolled into the 457b plan at 6% to kick start your retirement savings.
In addition, AVH matches 50% of your 457b contributions up to a max of 3% of earnings each pay period into our 401a plan.
In lieu of Social Security, AVH contributes 7.5% of your annual salary each year to the Cash Balance Pension Plan.
Housing assistance - We provide resources to establish roots in the Roaring Fork Valley.
Employee referral bonuses.
Discounted ski passes!
Transportation discounts and carpool incentives.