Paramedic

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).

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).

• Observes, assesses, recognizes 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 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.

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

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

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

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