Community Paramedic- Part Time- $2000 sign-on bonus

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We're unique. You should be, too. We're changing lives every day. For both our patients and our team members. Are you innovative and entrepreneurial minded? Is your work ethic and ambition off the charts? Do you inspire others with your kindness and joy? We're different than most primary care providers. We're rapidly expanding and we need great people to join our team. The Mobile Medic, Advanced works closely with the after-hours virtual care team providers as well as with the center primary care providers for daytime orders to deliver a full scope of in-home health care services to patients. Under the provider's direction, the incumbent provides a wide range of urgent and acute clinical interventions to patients in their homes. This includes documenting vital signs and measuring relevant physical attributes as well as identifying cognitive, functional, medication and social challenges impacting patient's health. The Mobile Medic also communicates any necessary health updates to the provider and virtual care team to execute a care plan that fosters safety for the patient to maintain their health at home. This position offers a flexible part- time schedule with expected 20 hours worked each week, including one weekend per month. Can work around your schedule. $2000 sign on bonus and $30.00+ per hour is offered along with an additional $250 per month car allowance provided ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: With provider guidance and direction, conducts one-on-one advanced, in-home health assessments with senior patients. This includes documenting vital signs and measuring relevant physical attributes as well as identifying cognitive, functional, medication and social challenges impacting patient's health. Communicates health updates with the provider and virtual care team. Facilitates care plan execution and design to keep patient home, happy, and healthy, when able. Prepares patients for virtual examinations; performs routine screenings, including vitals, weight, EKG, etc. Assists providers with exams and explains treatment procedures and providers' instructions to patients, including facilitating video visits. Prepares and administers medications including IM and IV, changes dressings, applies bandages, removes sutures and other first aid procedures. Performs CPR when necessary. Performs non-critical medical and therapeutic procedures based on medical instructions. Collects phlebotomy and other lab specimens; performs basic Point of Care lab tests; performs home safety checks to include smoke and carbon monoxide detector operation. Interacts with EMS and emergency department personnel as necessary and with expediency, to coordinate emergency care for any presentation warranting an immediate trip to the hospital or advanced life support services. Creates and records detailed clinical documents for each patient, noting all medications, allergies, and medical conditions presenting. Documents contact information for each family member or friend serving as emergency contact. Documents and reports findings/actions to ensure encounters are accurately recorded and received by the provider as soon as administratively possible. Provides recommendations to provider within scope of license to address/reduce health risk. Maintains home visit supplies, equipment and stocks. Sterilizes instruments, practices OSHA safety standards, practices accurate, legal and ethical documentation at all times. As defined by state statutes and pursuant to medical protocols, policies and procedures set by the provider, administers appropriate patient care at the Paramedic skill level in emergency medical situations. Reports cases of neglect or abuse to Adult/Child protective services. Contacts law enforcement when appropriate. Educates seniors on aging and disability resources and other applicable social services. Recommends to provider and care team needed mental health interventions, leveraging community resources whenever possible. Coordinates fire rescue units, police and other community agencies making home visits. Performs other duties as assigned and modified at manager's discretion. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Advanced Paramedic knowledge, skills and abilities in patient care and emergency response; resourceful in emergencies, with ability to direct and command personnel. Comprehensive knowledge of and familiarity with community resources and social services available to help improve the health and wellbeing of patients. Comprehensive knowledge of and familiar with the definition of neglect and abuse for a vulnerable adult; must know how to report cases of neglect and abuse to APS and Law Enforcement. Comprehensive knowledge of HIPAA regulations and compliance standards. Familiarity with Electronic Health Records (her) systems. Familiarity with Primary Care pathways and chronic disease management. Exceptional interpersonal, customer service, conflict resolution, problem-solving, listening and comm

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