Paramedic- FT (1.0 FTE): Buhl

Essentia Health•Duluth, MN

11d•$31 - $43

About The Position

Responds to all emergent and non-emergent calls and/or hospital codes; provides medical support and care for patients in the pre-hospital and/or hospital environment. Assists in the ongoing assessment of patients by identifying the patient’s needs and requirements to determine best course of treatment. Provides advanced medical care and basic life support service to patients using appropriate medical equipment, devices and treatment modalities. May be requested to provide patient care in the hospital setting performing tasks delegated by the RN based on the scope of the individual’s training and capabilities.

Requirements

State Background check must provide clearance to work with vulnerable adults
Must have 2 years drivers experience (MVR)
Over 75 years of age require medical permission
Drivers 21 years and older with Paramedic licensure, must meet MVR requirements
Drivers 18-20 with Paramedic licensure, must meet MVR requirements of Young Driver Probation AND will be placed in Young Driver Probation (MVR every 6 months and completed probation form)
NIMS 100, 200, 700
Over 75, need to have medical permission
State licensure/certification as a Paramedic or a Registered Nurse authorized to operate as a Paramedic in the appropriate state of practice
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 must obtain within 6 months of hire)
Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license as verified through appropriate licensing agency
Must meet the driving requirements and criteria acceptable to Essentia Health 's insurer
State licensure/certification as a Paramedic in the appropriate state of practice or able to obtain within 1 month of employment
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Certification within 1 month of hire
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certification (or must obtain within 6 months of hire)

Responsibilities

Responds to emergent and non-emergent calls and/or hospital codes
Provides medical support and care for patients in the pre-hospital and/or hospital environment
Assists in the ongoing assessment of patients by identifying the patient’s needs and requirements to determine best course of treatment
Provides advanced medical care and basic life support service to patients using appropriate medical equipment, devices and treatment modalities
May be requested to provide patient care in the hospital setting performing tasks delegated by the RN based on the scope of the individual’s training and capabilities