Paramedic - Part Time - Ada

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.

Responsibilities

• Responds to emergent and non-emergent calls, assesses the situation, diagnoses and treats patients for emergency needs
• Reports patient information to medical staff in a timely and accurate manner
• Obtains a basic medical history and physical examination of the patient, and assesses the situation's urgency and seriousness
• Provides emergency care at the scene and during transit to the hospital
• Utilizes necessary medical equipment to treat the patient and ascertains the extent of their injuries or illness
• Communicates with the medical care facility about the patient's condition, status and time of arrival
• 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 licensure/certification as an Emergency Medical Technician or higher in the appropriate state of practice
• NIMS 100, 200, 700; Over 75, need to have medical permission
• BLS (Basic Life Support) within one month of hire
• Must meet the driving requirements and criteria acceptable to Essentia Health’s insurer
• Current (valid) US/State Driver’s License
• State background check must provide clearance to work with vulnerable adults

Benefits

• Generous Paid Personal Leave: Ensuring you have time to refresh and recharge
• 401(k) Savings Plan: Contribute to your future, with an annual matching contribution from Essentia Health
• Insurance Protection: Multiple options for life and disability coverage to keep you and your family safeguarded
• Tuition reimbursement program to fuel your professional growth
• Adoption assistance program
• Wellness Program: Prioritizing your well-being in all aspects of life
• Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Extra time off during paid holidays and only occasional weekends worked
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Choose from a variety of plans, including PPO and High Deductible healthcare options, complemented by dental insurance
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options
• Flexible scheduling and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health

Pay

$31.40 - $43.96 / hour

Sign On Bonus: $2,500

Schedule

• One 24-hour shift per week starting at 0600 Sundays
• Shift Rotation: Day/Eve/Night Rotation
• Hours Per Pay Period: 48
• FTE: 0.6
• Weekends: Sundays