Paramedic - Ambulance | Canby

Sanford Health

Location:

Canby, Minnesota

Facility: Canby Medical Center
Address: 112 St Olaf Ave S, Canby, MN 56220, USA
Shift: Varies
Job Schedule: Full time
Weekly Hours: 34.00
Salary Range: $22.00 - $30.50
Pay Info: Eligible for new hire sign-on bonus!

24 hour work shifts with 24 hours on, 48 hours off. 1st 12 hours are Hospital and Ambulance based and 2nd 12 hours are Ambulance based.

Job Summary

Paramedics demonstrate competency in trauma and medical situations and possess the knowledge and necessary skills to provide lifesaving interventions in a pre-hospital setting. They administer emergency care and treatment, determine the nature and extent of illness or injury, and establish priority for required emergency care. Paramedics provide advanced medical care to patients, assist and give direction to additional Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Responders at the scene and/or during transport.

Based on their assessment, paramedics provide emergency care to adults, infants, and children, determining the appropriate facility for patient transport based on their knowledge of the patients' conditions. They constantly assess the patient while en route to the emergency facility, administering additional care as indicated or given by medical direction.

Paramedics must demonstrate good communication with the receiving facility, complete extensive written documentation on patient condition and treatment provided, and maintain communication with the patient and their family. They assist with patient care in the receiving facility, lifting and moving patients as required, and provide a welcoming and educational environment for students.

Physical activities include considerable use of arms and legs, moving of the whole body, climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials. Paramedics attend training classes to maintain national certification, state licensure, and keep abreast of new developments in the field. Work hours may vary depending on patient needs and may include overtime, call, backup call, nights, days, weekends, and holidays.

If hired into an emergency department, the paramedic will work collaboratively with the nursing team under the direction & supervision of the attending physician. They may perform EKGs and cardiac monitoring, assist with patient triage, perform and maintain IV therapy, respiratory management and therapy, orthopedic splinting, basic wound management, and any other skills as directed by the attending physicians.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required;
Associates Degree in Paramedic Technology or Paramedicine preferred.

Thorough knowledge of paramedic principles, practices, and techniques, as well as knowledge of equipment operation and troubleshooting.

Hold national registry status at a Paramedic level. Additional training/workshops and staff meetings are to be attended as per policy.

Depending on state requirements, individuals may need to have a state license, including Paramedic (PAR) Certification and completion of National Incident Management Systems (NIMS) Incident Command System (ICS)100, 200, 700, and 800.

Current Basic Life Support (BLS), Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) or equivalent, International Trauma Life Support (ITLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) preferred depending on location.

Must possess a valid Driver's License and have a good driving record.

Sanford Health offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package. For more information about Total Rewards, visit

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call or send an email to talent.

Sanford Health has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number: R-0219534
Job Function: Emergency Medical Services