Advanced Care Paramedic 911 - Full Time 40hrs/week

Job Description

Job Description

Our organization stands as a prominent integrated health system, merging the strengths of academic and community healthcare to provide outstanding, interconnected, and accessible care experiences for individuals throughout Massachusetts. With a workforce of over 15,000 dedicated employees and caregivers, we encompass a range of facilities including a medical center, community hospitals, an extensive home care network, and a large clinically integrated physician network.

Why Choose Us? At our organization, we are more than just a healthcare system; we are a community filled with some of the brightest minds and most compassionate hearts in the field. We blend academic advancements with empathy and community spirit. If this resonates with you, we would love for you to join our team.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting from day one
• 403(b) retirement plan with company matching
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities
• Complimentary on-site parking
• Career advancement possibilities

Location: Lowell General Hospital - 295 Varnum Avenue - Lowell, MA

Hours: 40 hours per week - Days, Evenings, Overnights - Rotating Weekends and Holidays

Position Overview

This role involves an allied health professional dedicated to delivering advanced emergency and non-emergency medical care for critical and urgent patients, utilizing an expanded scope of practice and medication formulary. The individual will possess the intricate knowledge and skills required to provide patient care during both emergency and non-emergency medical transport. Working as part of a comprehensive mobile integrated response team, under medical supervision, the paramedic will conduct thorough assessments and utilize available diagnostics to collaborate with the medical control physician in determining suitable treatments and intermediate care strategies for patients with acute and chronic conditions, aiming to minimize emergency department visits and hospital admissions. The paramedic will respond to patient care needs, make appropriate referrals, and educate patients and their families about their medical conditions. They will conduct patient care visits while maintaining real-time communication with board-certified emergency physicians or the attending physician, working collaboratively within the healthcare system to ensure quality care delivery.

Essential Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Paramedic program
• Nationally Registered Paramedic certification
• Massachusetts Paramedic certification
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification
• Valid Massachusetts driver’s license
• Minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience

Key Responsibilities

The following duties are intended to outline the general nature of the work and are not exhaustive. Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

• Adhere to performance improvement clinical benchmarks
• Handle phone communications professionally
• Complete required patient care documentation in the various electronic medical record systems
• Utilize safety equipment and avoid hazards
• Correctly follow clinical protocols, plans, policies, and physician orders
• Participate in peer review quality assurance and departmental rounds as requested
• Attend at least six (6) departmental rounds annually unless exempted
• Exhibit effective scene management and leadership, adhering to Incident Command System (ICS)
• Efficiently follow operational procedures to maximize resource utilization
• Demonstrate positive teamwork and initiative during EMS operations
• Collaborate professionally with all allied health and public safety personnel
• Perform lab draws as ordered and document in the hospital EMR (Epic)
• Maintain supplies and ensure equipment cleanliness on mobile units
• Conduct procedures such as 12 Lead EKG, simple dressings, wound care, and assist with activities of daily living (ADL) as necessary
• Complete all required training within one year of employment to operate within an expanded scope of practice, including advanced procedures such as rapid sequence intubation, surgical cricothyrotomy, ultrasound-guided IV placement, and more.

About Lowell General
For over 125 years, Lowell General has proudly served the Greater Lowell community. We combine the exceptional care of a leading medical center with the warmth of a community hospital recognized multiple times for excellence. As part of our team, you will join over 3,000 dedicated care providers committed to delivering comprehensive, connected care when and where patients need it most.

At our organization, we strive to ensure that every individual feels valued for their unique skills and experiences. Our compensation philosophy aims to provide fair and competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates talented individuals while recognizing the vital contributions you make every day.

The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for this role. Individual offers are determined through a thorough evaluation of relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure fair and consistent compensation aligned with our organizational goals.

In addition to base pay, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career development—one of the many ways we invest in your success both professionally and personally.

Salary Range: $32.50 - $36.61