Paramedic

Winona Health • Winona, MN

13d • $19 - $32 • Onsite

About The Position

The Paramedic is a health care professional who assists and provides guidance to their EMT or Paramedic partner in the delivery of patient care. The duties of the Paramedic are primarily performing patient assessments and interventions in accordance with the medic protocols. The Paramedic is competent to provide care to patients of all ages (infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults and geriatric).

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Completion of an accredited Paramedic program
• Valid Driver’s License
• Active Minnesota Paramedic License
• Active Wisconsin Paramedic License
• Active status on the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians–Paramedic (NREMT-P)
• American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
• American Heart Association Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS CPR)
• Coaching Emergency Vehicle Operator (CEVO) or equivalent course
• NIMS 100, 200, and 700

Nice To Haves

• One year of Emergency Medical Services experience

Responsibilities

• Provide pre-hospital emergency care according to established medical protocols.
• Perform triage and a variety of emergency medical treatments at the Basic Life Support level.
• Provide continuing care and treatment while in route to an emergency medical facility; monitor and report changes in patient condition.
• Under medical direction and following prescribed standing orders perform a variety of invasive and non-invasive therapies including but not limited to: assessment and evaluation of the ill and injured, cardiopulmonary resuscitation and defibrillation, administration of medications, agents and solutions, pulmonary ventilation, application of dressing and bandages, control of shock, immobilization of fractures, and all other skills contained within the Department of Transportation manual of knowledge objectives for Paramedics.
• Drive the ambulance to emergency scenes and transport patients to hospitals.
• Employ safe lifting and moving techniques.
• Maintain ambulance vehicle, equipment, and station.
• Act as a preceptor for EMS students and new employees.
• Handle radio communications during emergency and non-emergency situations professionally.
• Keep records and logs on daily activities.
• Perform other related job duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Options for medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Mental health support
• Wellness incentives
• Short and long-term disability
• Accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, legal assistance, and identity protection plans
• Access to a 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions
• Flexible scheduling
• Paid time off
• Earned sick time
• Paid training
• Tuition reimbursement
• Scholarships
• Sponsored seminars
• Employee Discounts with local businesses, including the YMCA and cell phone providers

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED