Community Paramedic

How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives. Work Shift Various (United States of America) Job Summary Provides comprehensive in-home community paramedic visits to patients in the Virtual Care at Home program under the supervision of the Medical Director. Functions as a member of the healthcare team that examines and provides care to patients on a daily basis. Respond to home emergencies and conduct an assessment and care for patients should they acutely decompensate. Core Responsibilities And Essential Functions Conduct comprehensive in-home visits to patients who are enrolled in the Virtual Care at Home program. Administers patients care that is consistent with state protocols including but not limited to medication administration, IV setup and administration, phlebotomy, dressing changes, and checking vital signs. Conducts patient education to the patient and family about their disease state, condition, and discharge plan. Coordinates with the care team for the care plan of the patient including discharge appointments, medical supply needs, medication needs, and other community resource referrals. Observes, record, and report patient conditions and reactions to drugs, treatments, and/or significant incidents back to the provider and care team. Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct. Required Minimum Education High School Diploma / GED General Required Minimum License(s) And Certification(s) ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or ARC-ALS - Amer Red Cross Advanced Life Support or ACLS-I - ACLS - Instructor BLS - Basic Life Support or ARC-BLS - Amer Red Cross Basic Life Support or BLS-I - Basic Life Support - Instructor PARA - Paramedic Required Minimum Experience Minimum 5 years paramedic services Required or Minimum 2 years Virtual Care Emergency Preferred Required Minimum Skills Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work—and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more. #J-18808-Ljbffr Wellstar Health System