Paramedic

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for experienced Paramedics to work in a dynamic clinic setting!

IFHS is a non-profit health rural clinic which serves the health interests of the residents of Unalaska, AK. We see our employees as our strongest assets. It is our priority to further their development and our organization by aiding in their professional advancement.
Working at IFHS is more than a job, it’s a fulfilling career.

• FLSA Job Status: Non-Exempt
  
• Education/Licensure: Paramedic license from the State of Alaska. Previous experience in Critical Access Hospital or ER preferred. BLS required within 90 days of hire. ACLS, PALS, and PHTLS required within 1 year of hire
  
• Department: Clinical Support Staff
  
• Supervisor: Clinic Coordinator (Reports to Clinic Coordinator and Medical Director)
  
• Key Working Relationships: Practitioners, Medical Support Staff, and Administration
  
• Primary Customer Groups: External Practitioners, Patients and their family members, and Vendors/Customers
  
• Aged of Patients Served: All
• Location: Willing to relocate to Dutch Harbor Unalaska, Alaska, with an employer-provided relocation package (Relocation is required).

JOB SUMMARY

Overview: The IFHS Paramedic provides professional primary patient care to patients of all ages from infant to elderly including after-hours urgent/emergent needs.

• Must be able to identify life-threatening situations quickly. Must be organized and able to coordinate all aspects of patient care to provide the highest quality of healthcare services and to promote excellent customer service.
  
• The Paramedic makes daily decisions affecting patient access to care and direct delivery of care. Effective communication with the patient, primary health care provider and IFHS support services is required.
  
• This person is expected to function independently, be self-starting and show good judgment in decision-making and problem solving. Demonstrates initiative and ability to work independently on a variety of tasks during times when patient load is light
  
• Schedule: Will have a variable schedule that includes working Day shift (with some Saturdays), Evening shift (during seasons of high volume) and On-Call outside of standard business hours (on a rotating basis).
  

Responsibilities:

• Observes, assesses, recognizes, identifies and interprets the patient condition. Documents observations, medical interventions, health teaching, therapeutic measures, and the coordinated activities between nursing TEAM and other professional disciplines.
  
• Administers therapeutic measures as ordered by a physician or other qualified health care provider appropriates within scope of practice and department protocol. Operates specialized equipment. Demonstrates correct utilization of computer-based health information system.
  
• Performs triage of patients requesting other than routine clinic appointments. Assesses patient according to established protocol and provides appropriate advice or directs patient to level of care. Recognizes signs and symptoms requiring intervention and acts appropriately.
  
• Maintains a safe and aseptic environment by carrying out sterile and aseptic technique and procedures.
  
• Performs dispensary duties as needed; fill medication orders, verify med orders with ordering practitioner, give instructions and educate patients about medications, and document/charge medications properly
  
• Participates and assists in staff meetings, department trainings, and community outreach events
  
• Assists with secondary duties as assigned such as; cleaning, laundry, sterilization, inventory/stocking, and basic equipment maintenance
  
• Other duties as assigned by the Clinical Services Coordinator and Medical Director
  

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of professional scope, including paramedic care principles, practice, and procedures.
  
• Knowledge of pharmaceuticals, their desired effect, side effects and the complications of their use
  
• Knowledge of a wide variety of medical and psychosocial disorders
  
• Ability to assess, triage and care for urgent care as well as primary care patients.
  
• Skilled in operating and monitoring a variety of specialized medical equipment
  
• Ability to obtain IV/IO access.
  
• Skilled in interpersonal communication with all stakeholders, including IFHS departments of Laboratory, Radiology, Registration/Billing, Dispensary, Medical Staff, etc.
  
• Ability to develop or coordinate a multi-disciplinary outpatient care plan.
  
• Ability to recognize adverse signs and react appropriately.
  
• Ability to respond to after-hours emergencies with providers and support staff while on-call.
  

License/Certification:

• State of Alaska Paramedic License - Required.
  
• BLS Certification- Required.
  
• ACLS, PALS, and PHTLS Certification- Required/ or ability to obtain within 1 year of hire
  

Education: Successful completion of an accredited Paramedic Program. Other healthcare education is a plus.

Experience:

• Paramedic: 1 year- Required.
  
• Emergency Room or EMS: 1 year - Preferred.
  
• Background in Emergency or Critical Care, or other healthcare experience is a plus.
  

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Hearing: within normal limits with or without use of corrective devices
  
• Visions: adequate to read 12-point font type with or without corrective lenses
  
• Must be able to effectively communicate in English, both verbally and in writing with staff, patients and the general public
  
• Must have manual dexterity of hands/ fingers for frequent writing, computer work, filing and preforming/assisting with procedures
  
• Must be able to occasionally lift, push or pull up to 200lbs (with assistance)
  
• Must be able to subject to prolonged standing or walking
  

STANDARD OF CONDUCTS

• Appearance:
  
  • Maintain a professional personal appearance, and abide by the dress code at all times while working and representing IFHS.
    
  • Demonstrate actions that support maintaining a positive and clean facility appearance.
    
• Attitude:
  
  • Acknowledge customers; smile and maintain eye contact as appropriate.
    
  • Apologize for problems, inconveniences, and wait times.
    
  • Be kind, sympathetic, and helpful.
    
  • Act in a professional manner at all times.
    
• Respect:
  
  • Treat all customers (patients and guests) with respect
    
  • Treat colleagues (employees, practitioners, volunteers) as professionals.
    
  • Be accountable in meeting customers’ requests and needs.
    
  • Recognize and respect differing viewpoints and beliefs.
    
  • Show reverence for cultural diversity and perspective of all people.
    
• Ownership/ Accountability:
  
  • Act as an ambassador of IFHS at all times.
    
  • Anticipate an exceed customers’ needs and expectations.
    
  • Understand and accept responsibilities.
    
  • Demonstrate a proactive approach to all issues/ problems/ concerns.
    
• Communication:
  
  • Acknowledge customers / patients by being attentive.
    
  • Keep customers / patients appropriately informed.
    
  • Maintain confidentiality at all times.
    
  • Use proper voice and email etiquette.
    
  • Use proper and professional telephone etiquette.
    
  • Demonstrate positive and proactive communication skills to include active listening.
    
  • Asks appropriate questions to clarify understanding.

BENEFITS

• Hiring Bonus
  
• Dental insurance
  
• No Co-Pay for in-house care
  
• Gym/Pool Membership
  
• HRA
  
• Health insurance
  
• Life insurance
  
• Paid time off
  
• Relocation assistance
  
• Tuition reimbursement
  
• Vision insurance