Paramedic - Detroit Lakes (FT Evening)

Essentia Health • Detroit Lakes, MN

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About The Position

The Paramedic responds to emergent and non-emergent calls in the prehospital setting and provides medical support and care at emergency scenes, during transport, and on interfacility transfers. The role assesses patients, determines appropriate treatment within scope of practice, and delivers advanced medical care and basic life support using appropriate equipment, medications, and treatment modalities. The Paramedic monitors patients during transfers, communicates with sending and receiving facilities, operates or assists with ambulance transport, and provides receiving personnel with patient condition and treatment information. The role also requires timely, accurate patient care documentation and maintaining the assigned unit, equipment, and supplies in a response-ready condition.

The schedule is four days on and four days off, from 1800 to 0600. Weekends occur as they fall on the rotation, and holidays are required. There is no call obligation. The position is based in the Detroit Lakes EMS Department.

Requirements

• State licensure or certification as a Paramedic, or be a Registered Nurse authorized to operate as a Paramedic in the appropriate state of practice.
• NIMS 100, 200, and 700.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification required at time of hire.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required at time of hire.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification, or obtain it within 6 months of hire.
• Valid motor vehicle operator's license, verified through the appropriate licensing agency.
• Meet the driving requirements and criteria acceptable to Essentia Health's insurer.
• At least 2 years of driver experience, as shown on the motor vehicle record.
• State background check clearance to work with vulnerable adults.
• Drivers over 75 years of age must have medical permission.
• Drivers age 21 and older with Paramedic licensure must meet motor vehicle record requirements.
• Drivers age 18–20 with Paramedic licensure must meet Young Driver Probation motor vehicle record requirements and complete the probation form; motor vehicle records are reviewed every 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergent and non-emergent calls in the prehospital setting.
• Provide medical support and care at emergency scenes, during transport, and during interfacility transfers.
• Assess patients, identify their needs, evaluate their condition, and determine appropriate treatment within scope of practice.
• Provide advanced medical care and basic life support using appropriate medical equipment, devices, medications, and treatment modalities.
• Perform interfacility transfers safely by monitoring patient condition, continuing appropriate care, and communicating with sending and receiving facilities.
• Safely operate or assist with ambulance transport while maintaining patient care and monitoring en route.
• Communicate patient condition, treatment provided, and pertinent information to receiving medical personnel.
• Complete accurate and timely patient care documentation in accordance with applicable protocols, policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain readiness of the assigned unit, equipment, and supplies.

Benefits

• Generous paid personal leave and competitive paid time off.
• 401(k) savings plan with employer matching contributions.
• Life and disability insurance, with supplemental coverage options.
• Tuition reimbursement and educational programs.
• Adoption assistance.
• Wellness program and wellness resources.
• Paid holidays.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, with a variety of health plan options.
• Training and professional development.
• Flexible scheduling.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed