Critical Care Paramedic or Paramedic
Building Location: Superior EMS Department 1394270 AMBULANCE - SUPR EMS
About the role
Become part of Essentia's accomplished team where our mission guides us every day: We are called to make a healthy difference in people’s lives. This calling resonates deeply for our caregivers and our colleagues working behind the scenes, who all bring high-quality, compassionate care to the patients we are privileged to serve. Be a part of something new and impactful. Essentia Health is expanding emergency medical services to the Superior, WI region. Join the launch of Destination Superior—a brand-new EMS initiative serving the Twin Port Communities. We are seeking dedicated Paramedics and EMTs who are passionate about delivering high-quality care and want to help shape the future of this growing service.
Responsibilities
- Responds to an emergent and non-emergent calls &/or hospital codes
- Provides Medical Support & 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
- Two 18-hour shifts OR one 24-hour shift + one 12-hour shift per week
Requirements
- State licensure/certification as a Paramedic or a Registered Nurse authorized to operate as a Paramedic in the appropriate state of practice.
- All Wisconsin location staff must be dual licensed in Minnesota and Wisconsin
- 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 Background check must provide clearance to work with vulnerable adults