Acadian Health

Community Paramedic- Full Time

Jacksonville, FL, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $18.00 - $25.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Day Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Employee stock ownership plan
Paid Time Off
Comprehensive health benefits
collaborative work environment
opportunities for professional development
Retirement Plan

Job Description

Acadian Health is a prominent division of Acadian Companies, a leader dedicated to transforming healthcare delivery by extending clinical care beyond traditional settings and into the patient’s home. With a rich heritage of over 50 years built on its ambulance division, Acadian Health has evolved to become a pioneer in mobile healthcare services, specializing in providing skilled and compassionate clinical care directly at patients’ residences. Their mission is centered on delivering the highest quality at-home healthcare services as a seamless and effective extension of their partner hospitals and healthcare practices. This approach improves patient outcomes by reducing hospital admissions and... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Required licensure to perform as a Paramedic within the state of employment
  • high school diploma or GED
  • current BLS and ACLS certifications
  • ability to obtain Community Paramedicine certification or complete required course within two years
  • effective communication skills
  • leadership and coaching capability
  • basic computer proficiency
  • team collaboration skills
  • valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED
  • current BLS and ACLS certifications
  • ability to obtain Community Paramedicine (IBSC CP-C) certification or complete NEMSA Essentials Course or acquire CP-C licensure within two years
  • effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
  • demonstrated coaching and leadership ability
  • educational facilitation skills
  • familiarity with basic computer applications
  • team-oriented with ability to work effectively with others
  • valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record

Job Duties

  • Provide high-acuity care in patient’s home setting for conditions such as infections, heart failure, pneumonia, and post-surgical recovery
  • Conduct thorough physical exams and assess the home environment for safety and impact on care
  • Serve as on-site extension of virtual care team maintaining communication with remote nurses and physicians
  • Respond to crisis and rapid response alerts providing interventions based on hospital orders
  • Deliver patient and caregiver education on disease management and treatment expectations
  • Document all assessments and interventions accurately in electronic health record system
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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