Paramedic II (Medical Technician) - Part Time

About the role

The Paramedic II plays a pivotal role in delivering hospital-level acute care directly in patients’ homes as part of an innovative hospital-at-home care model. This role leverages clinical expertise, mobile technology, and interdisciplinary teamwork to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care outside traditional hospital walls. This role improves patient outcomes by working closely with interdisciplinary teams. The Paramedic II functions with an expanded scope of practice under approved medical protocols and direct delegation by a hospital physician to provide timely patient-centered interventions.

Responsibilities

• Drive DispatchHealth branded vehicle to meet patients at their place of need and load/unload supplies for daily activities (averaging 6-8 visits per 10- or 12-hour shift as scheduled).
• Don and doff PPE appropriately and maintain strict infection prevention strategies.
• In-Home Acute Clinical Care: Provide high-acuity care in the patient’s home setting for conditions such as infections, heart failure, pneumonia, and post-surgical recovery—offering an alternative to inpatient hospitalization.
• Clinical & Environmental Assessments: Conduct thorough physical exams and assess the home environment for safety and factors that may impact recovery or the plan of care. Identify and escalate any deviations that could compromise patient outcomes.
• Care Coordination with Virtual Team: Serve as an on-site extension of the virtual care team. Maintain real-time communication with the remote command center nurse and physician to report findings, collaborate on care decisions, receive treatment orders, and ensure all aspects of the care plan are executed safely and effectively.
• Crisis & Rapid Response Support: Respond to crisis situations and rapid response alerts in the home environment, providing necessary interventions based on hospital orders and standing order protocols.
• Patient & Caregiver Education: Deliver personalized education regarding disease management, medication regimens, treatment expectations, and when to seek help. Use both verbal coaching and written materials to reinforce understanding.
• Documentation & Compliance: Document all assessments, interventions, communications, and