Paramedic | Gundersen Health System Ambulance | Richland Center

About the role

Gundersen Health System Ambulance (GHSA) is seeking a fulltime Paramedic to join their team in Richland Center. The position offers emergency and non-emergency patient care, with a focus on providing advanced pre-hospital patient care.

Responsibilities

• Respond, treat, and transport patients in emergency and non-emergency settings.
• Function as a crew member of an ambulance in Rural 911, paramedic intercepts, and interfacility transfer environments.
• Provide transfer services for Gundersen Critical Access hospitals and non-affiliated hospitals throughout the region.
• Perform Paramedic-level clinical care to patients of all ages in accordance with established policies, protocols, and standards under the guidelines of Gundersen Health System medical direction.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalency.
• National Registry of EMTs as a National Paramedic (NRP).
• Valid Wisconsin, Minnesota or Iowa driver’s license.
• Current Infant-Adult BLS for Health Care Providers from American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) & Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS).
• Prior work experience in an emergency or pre-hospital setting is strongly preferred.

Qualifications

• Paramedic license in Wisconsin to begin employment, with paramedic license in Iowa required within 90 days of hire date.
• Iowa Paramedic License is required within 90 days of hire for Home Stations of West Union, Richland Center, and Prairie du Chien.
• ICS 100, 200 and 700 certificates required within 60 days of hire.
• Certified Emergency Vehicle Operation (CEVO) within 60 days of hire.

Skills

Paramedics must possess the ability to work independently and as part of a team, handle stressful situations, and provide compassionate care to patients.

Benefits

• Comprehensive and generous benefits package (Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, HSA/FSA).
• Competitive Compensation: Starting pay of $23.82 per hour and up, based on years of experience.
• 401k match & annual discretionary base contribution.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Identity Theft Protection.
• Pet Insurance.
• Colleague Recognition and Rewards Program.
• Discount Program.

Pay

Starting pay of $23.82 per hour and up, based on years of experience.

Schedule

Fulltime, 80 hours biweekly (1.0 FTE)24/48 Work Schedule: Work a 24-hour shift, have 48 hours offWill be located at the ambulance station during your scheduled shift(s)