Paramedic

Paramedic-Clinic

Inspired by faith. Driven by innovation. Powered by humankindness. CommonSpirit Health is building a healthier future for all through its integrated health services. As one of the nation's largest nonprofit Catholic healthcare organizations, CommonSpirit Health delivers more than 20 million patient encounters annually through more than 2,300 clinics, care sites and 158 hospital-based locations, in addition to its home-based services and virtual care offerings.

As CommonSpirit Health, we make the healing presence of God known in our world by improving the health of the people we serve, especially those who are vulnerable, while we advance social justice for all.

The posted compensation range of $24.76 - $38.37 /hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.

As our Paramedic-Clinic, you will provide safe and effective patient care within your scope of practice, guided by physician's orders, established standards, and administrative policies, functioning as a vital part of our healthcare team.

Every day you will deliver quality care and service according to the Medical Director's plan of care and scope of practice (Acts Allowed by CDPHE). You will execute patient care interventions decided by the healthcare team, adhering to our philosophy and objectives to meet the healthcare needs of patients and their families.

To be successful in this role, you will possess your Paramedic certification, strong clinical skills, and the ability to work effectively within a healthcare team, guided by a Medical Director while being committed to safe, effective, and high-quality patient care.

• Accurately and timely documents all tasks, observations, and procedures performed on the patient record according to medical and legal standards.
• Maintains thorough and confidential maintenance of patient charts and records.
• Assists physicians with the following skills: moderate/conscious sedation, central line insertions, lumbar punctures, defibrillation, cardioversion, chest tube insertion, thoracentesis, arterial lines, suturing and pelvic exams.
• Performs IV initiation and removal, including the External Jugular and administers medication.
• Performs 12Leads EKGs and monitors/interprets telemetry rhythms.
• Uses standards of care, hospital policies/procedures and regulatory guidelines to guide work.

Required

• High School Diploma/G.E.D.
• Graduation from an accredited Paramedic Training Program, recognized by state of employment Department of Public Health and Environment
• Three (3) years of experience as a Paramedic in an Emergency Department and/or emergency prehospital setting
• Current registered Paramedic with the State of employment Department of Public Health and Environment
• Current Basic Life Support through the American Heart Association
• Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support through the American Heart Association
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program: Required at free standing Emergency Departments within six (6) months of hire/transfer. Preferred for all other locations.

With more than 700 care sites across the U.S. from clinics and hospitals to home-based care and virtual care services CommonSpirit is accessible to nearly one out of every four U.S. residents. Our world needs compassion like never before. Our communities need caring and our families need protection. With our combined resources CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable and innovating how and where healing can happen both inside our hospitals and out in the community.

Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible team members may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit our Total Rewards.

CommonSpirit Health™ is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, parental status, ancestry, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.