Paramedic II; Medical Technician; PRN

How You'll Make an Impact

The Paramedic II plays a pivotal role in delivering hospital-level acute care directly in patients’ homes as part of an innovative hospital-at-home care model. This role leverages clinical expertise, mobile technology, and interdisciplinary teamwork to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care outside traditional hospital walls. This role improves patient outcomes by working closely with interdisciplinary teams. The Paramedic II, functions with an expanded scope of practice under approved medical protocols and direct delegation by a hospital physician to provide timely patient-centered interventions.

What You'll Do

• Drive Dispatch Health branded vehicle to meet patients at their place of need and load/unload supplies for daily activities (averaging 6-8 visits per 10- or 12-hour shift as scheduled).

• Don and doff PPE appropriately and maintain strict infection prevention strategies.

• In-Home Acute Clinical Care:
  Provide high-acuity care in the patient’s home setting forconditions such as infections, heart failure, pneumonia, and post-surgical recovery—offering an alternative to inpatient hospitalization.

• Clinical & Environmental Assessments:
  Conduct thorough physical exams and assessthe home environment for safety and factors that may impact recovery or the plan of care.
  
  Identify and elevate any deviations that could compromise patient outcomes.

• Care Coordination with Virtual Team:
  Serve as an on-site extension of the virtual careteam. Maintain real-time communication with the remote command center nurse and physician to report findings, collaborate on care decisions, receive treatment orders, andensure all aspects of the care plan are executed safely and effectively.

• Crisis & Rapid Response Support:
  Respond to crisis situations and rapid response alerts in the home environment, providing necessary interventions based on hospital orders and standing order protocols.

• Patient & Caregiver
  
  Education:
  
  Deliver personalized education regarding disease management, medication regimens, treatment expectations, and when to seek help. Use both verbal coaching and written materials to reinforce understanding.

• Documentation & Compliance:
  Document all assessments, interventions, communications, and outcomes in the electronic health record (EHR) system(s) in real time. Ensure care is delivered according to program protocols and clinical standards

• Interdisciplinary
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, case managers, social services, and community partners to ensure continuity of care. Act as a liaison between the patient and healthcare system to eliminate gaps in care or missed services.

• Program Support & Leadership (as assigned):
  Participate in research initiatives, support program development, and mentor new staff as directed by leadership. Represent the program in community outreach or quality improvement activities when needed.

• Additional duties as assigned.

What You Need

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or GED

• Current BLS and ACLS Certifications

• Active licensure or certification to perform as a Paramedic within the state of employment per state requirement.

• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record in accordance with Dispatch Health’s driving and insurability policies.

• May be required: TB, MMR, Varicella, Hep-B and Influenza

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Degree from an accredited college or university

• Previous trainer or instructor experience

• Previous Critical Care experience

• Previous Mobile Integrated Healthcare (MIH) experience

• Community Paramedic Certification

SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills

• Demonstrated ability to provide effective coaching and leadership

• Demonstrated teaching and educational…