Paramedic-Mobile Integrated Health PRN

Advocate Health•Macon, GA

2d•$25 - $38

About The Position

The Paramedic-Mobile Integrated Health PRN position provides patient care and education in accordance with Mobile Medicine policies, state regulations, medical director approval, and professional standards. The paramedic assesses patients, interprets monitoring data, selects appropriate interventions, administers medications and IV solutions, and documents care accurately. The role also supports longitudinal patient assessment, clinical interventions, physician consultations, and data collection using relevant technology. It requires attention to patient rights, confidentiality, ethics, cultural competency, and the basics of value-based and fee-for-service reimbursement models. The position includes maintaining a clean base and mission-ready vehicles, checking and restocking supplies, and adapting to vehicle assignment changes based on department needs. Work may involve day, night, weekend, holiday, and on-call coverage. Duties include working and driving in varied weather and conditions, responding in high-stress situations, and performing physical tasks such as lifting and carrying patients and equipment.

Requirements

Paramedic certification or an associate degree in Paramedicine.
One to three years of full-time experience in a 911 system functioning at the paramedic level or in a comprehensive emergency department.
State paramedic license as applicable: North Carolina; South Carolina where required for Charlotte-area markets; Georgia; or Wisconsin. Illinois licensing requirements are listed as TBD, with RNs currently used instead of certified paramedics due to state legislation.
Basic Life Support certification.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support certification.
Valid driver's license and a motor vehicle operator record acceptable to Atrium Health's insurance carrier/underwriter, maintained throughout employment.
Ability to drive safely in all types of weather.
Knowledge of healthcare, EMS systems, and applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
Ability to function in high-stress situations, think critically, and make rapid, appropriate decisions to ensure the safety of patients, the public, and teammates.
Ability to walk, stand, sit, lift, reach, stoop, bend, push, and pull; lift 50 pounds without assistance; and perform heavy lifting with a partner when loading patients or equipment.
Physical stamina and endurance, intact sight, hearing, smell, and touch, finger dexterity, and good motor and eye-hand coordination.
Ability to communicate and interact effectively, including speaking understandable English.
Ability to work and drive in all weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, and wet weather, and to work in tight spaces, poorly lit conditions, and around potentially unpleasant conditions or contaminated materials.

Nice To Haves

National Registry certification preferred within one year of hire.
Certified Community Paramedic credential preferred within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

Respect patient rights and confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and Advocate policies and guidelines.
Document patient care accurately and legibly, including assessments and interventions.
Provide quality patient care and education in accordance with Mobile Medicine policies, state regulations, medical director approval, and professional standards of care.
Interpret data and monitor readings, and respond with appropriate interventions to support patient care, safety, and recovery.
Participate in Mobile Medicine Performance Improvement activities.
Administer medications and IV solutions safely, correctly, and in accordance with policy.
Remain flexible with vehicle assignments, which may change from the posted schedule based on department needs.
Keep the base clean and vehicles mission ready; check, verify, restock, and clean transport vehicle supplies at the start of the shift and as needed.
Use and integrate technology for longitudinal patient assessment, clinical interventions, physician consultations, and paramedicine-related data collection.
Apply an understanding of ethics and cultural competency in primary care evaluations and access across the patient population.
Maintain a basic understanding of reimbursement models, including value-based care and fee-for-service.

Benefits

Paid Time Off programs.
Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits.
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
Adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
Educational Assistance Program.
Premium pay such as shift and on-call pay, based on teammate status and position.
Incentive pay for select positions.
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.
Career development programs.