• Community Paramedic

    Essentia Health (Duluth, MN)


    Job Description:

    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.

    Education Qualifications:

    No Educational Requirements

    Key Responsibilities:

    + Caring for vulnerable patients in their home or other community settings to provide health promotion, disease management, care transitions and other services as needed

    + Work alongside emergency medical services, emergency department and primary care physicians in both the clinic and hospital setting to identify patients who could benefits from community paramedic services

    + Work under the license of the medical director utilizing established written protocols in conjunction with the patient's primary care physician and the patients' established care plan

     

    Schedule is typically Monday - Friday 8am - 4pm. End time can vary between 4-6p, depending on referrals. Flex schedule.

    Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

    + State licensure/certification as a Community Paramedic is required in the State of MN upon hire

    + CPR Certification

    + Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certificate

    + Must meet driving requirements and criteria acceptable to Essentia Health's insurer (non-patient transport)

    + State background check must provide clearance to work with vulnerable adults

    + Current (valid) US/State driver's License

    Our Benefits are exceptional and Include:

    + 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.

    + Invest in Your Education: Our tuition reimbursement program is designed to fuel your professional growth.

    + Supporting Families: Experience seamless adoption processes with our adoption assistance program.

    + Thrive with Our Wellness Program: Prioritizing your well-being in all aspects of life.

    + Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO): Because work-life balance matters.

    + Celebrate More: Enjoy 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.

     

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    Employee Benefits at Essentia Health*: Health Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, plus supplemental health benefit options to ensure employees' well-being.Retirement Savings Plans: 401(k) with employer contributions to support long-term financial security.Professional Development: Opportunities for career growth through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling, time off, holidays, and personal leave to help employees manage their professional and personal lives.Employee Wellness Programs: Initiatives focused on physical, mental, and emotional health, including fitness memberships, counseling services, and wellness activities.*Eligibility for Essentia Health’s benefit programs vary. Please refer to the benefit summary provided to you, or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000 for more information.

     

    **Job Location:** 6th Ave Building

    **Shift Rotation:** Day/Eve Rotation (United States of America)

    **Shift Start/End:** varies/varies

    **Hours Per Pay Period:** 80

    **Compensation Range:** $28.94 - $43.41 / hour

    **FTE:** 1

    **Weekends:** occasional

     

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