Paramedic - Aspen Ambulance - Full time

Aspen Valley Hospital•Aspen, CO

About The Position

Aspen Ambulance is hiring a full-time Paramedic to provide basic and advanced life support to sick and injured people in pre-hospital and interfacility settings, following local protocols and physician orders. The Paramedic assesses illnesses and injuries, prioritizes medical procedures and the need for additional assistance, and transports patients to appropriate treatment facilities. The role also requires positive working relationships with hospital staff, public safety agencies, patients, and the community. Aspen Ambulance is a hospital-based EMS system operated by Aspen Valley Health, serving approximately 640 square miles in Pitkin County. The service responds to about 1,400 911 calls and 200 interfacility transfers annually. Full-time employees work 24-hour shifts starting at 7:00 a.m. on a 48-hours-on/120-hours-off schedule. The system operates two 24-hour ALS 911 ambulances and an on-call ALS interfacility transport unit. Overtime is paid for hours worked over 40 in a workweek. Providers work under progressive protocols and use advanced equipment, including the ZOLL X Series Advanced, ZOLL AutoPulse, and Hamilton T1 ventilator. The position works indoors and outdoors in all types of weather and may require work on nights, weekends, or holidays. Voluntary on-call shifts may also be available. Paramedics may need to access, treat, and help evacuate patients in mountainous and steep off-road settings.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Paramedic education program.
Unrestricted Colorado Paramedic (PARA) license, or ability to obtain it before the start date.
Current driver license, or ability to obtain one before the start date.
At least three years of driving experience and an acceptable motor vehicle record.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; may be obtained upon hire.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification.
Ability to concentrate and pay attention to detail.
Ability to communicate effectively in English.
Ability to learn, recall, and implement established policies and procedures.
Ability to interact with customers of all ages and adapt to language and learning barriers and technology challenges.
Ability to work independently and meet objectives despite constraints, as well as collaborate within a team.
Ability to use technology and software to meet objectives and perform expected duties during an emergency.
Ability to access, treat, and assist with evacuation of patients in mountainous and steep off-road settings.

Nice To Haves

Colorado Critical Care Paramedic endorsement.
Bilingual in Spanish.
Equivalent combinations of experience and education may be considered for certain jobs.

Responsibilities

Assess patients and deliver emergency medical care at the Paramedic level during ambulance responses and interfacility transfers.
Operate vehicles and equipment safely and effectively, including emergency vehicles, cars, trucks, and vans.
Work collaboratively with EMTs and other members of the patient care team.
Maintain accurate and timely medical reports, charges, and logs, including ambulance reports, ambulance run logs, and vehicle logs.
Perform medical and nursing-assistance functions at the direction of physicians within the Paramedic’s certified capabilities.
Arrange ground or air patient transfers from Aspen Valley Hospital to receiving facilities when notified by hospital staff.
Maintain ambulances and associated equipment in a constant state of readiness through cleaning, inventory, and maintenance checks.
Assist with maintenance and cleaning of the Aspen Ambulance District building, quarters, and bays.
Contribute to department planning and suggest improvements to operations and equipment.
Orient students or new EMTs to ambulance and hospital operations.
Assist with coordination of continuing education and recertification for hospital-employed EMTs and nurses when possible.
Maintain competency to perform advanced procedures and administer medications within the state-approved scope of practice.
Provide developmentally and medically appropriate care for patients of all populations and age groups.
Follow applicable laws, regulations, company policies, and procedures to support a safe, compliant, and ethical work environment.

Benefits

Eligible new hires may qualify for a sign-on bonus of up to $5,000.
Continuing education, professional development, and tuition assistance.
Healthcare plans advertised as low as $46 per month, plus 50% off Aspen Valley Health services for the employee and family.
Preventive services covered at 100% with zero copay.
Virtual and other mental health resources.
Up to 22 days of paid time off within the first year, with unused time eligible to roll over.
Bereavement leave covering miscarriages, extended family, and pets.
Paid medical and family leave; weeks 1–6 are paid at 100% for parental leave or personal illness or injury.
Automatic enrollment in the 457b plan at 6%.
Employer match of 50% of 457b contributions, up to 3% of earnings each pay period, into the 401a plan.
Annual employer contribution of 7.5% of salary to a Cash Balance Pension Plan, in lieu of Social Security contributions.
Housing assistance resources for establishing roots in the Roaring Fork Valley.
Employee referral bonuses.
Discounted ski passes.
Transportation discounts and carpool incentives.
Overtime pay for hours worked over 40 in a workweek.