Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $54,000.00 - $73,100.00
Work Schedule
Rotating Shifts
On-call
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional Development
Employee wellness programs
Shift Differentials
Job Description
Beacon Health System is a comprehensive healthcare organization committed to delivering exceptional patient care, fostering health, and establishing meaningful connections with the community it serves. With a mission centered on outstanding care, health inspiration, and heartfelt connection, Beacon Health System upholds core values of trust, respect, integrity, and compassion. These principles guide all interactions within the healthcare environment to ensure every patient receives compassionate and competent service.
Beacon Health System operates a specialized Transport Team dedicated to providing advanced life support and critical care transport services. This team is staffed by highly trained paramedics who play a crucial role... Show More
Beacon Health System operates a specialized Transport Team dedicated to providing advanced life support and critical care transport services. This team is staffed by highly trained paramedics who play a crucial role... Show More
Job Requirements
- Completion of Indiana or state EMS-approved paramedic course
- Current unrestricted Indiana or Michigan Paramedic license
- Ability to maintain both Indiana and Michigan paramedic licenses
- Obtain Critical Care Paramedic or Flight Paramedic Certification within two years of hire
- Minimum one year of paramedic experience preferred
- Maintain current BCLS and other relevant certifications
- Ability to work 12-hour shifts including weekends, holidays, and on call
- Must arrive at Memorial Hospital South Bend within 30 minutes of notification
- Physical ability to perform patient care and transport duties
- Adherence to universal precautions and safety protocols
- Availability for overtime and additional shifts as required
- Compliance with all departmental and organizational policies
Job Qualifications
- Completion of Indiana or State EMS-approved paramedic course
- Current unrestricted Indiana or Michigan Paramedic license
- Current or previous National Registry certification
- One year of paramedic experience preferred
- Ability to obtain and maintain Critical Care Paramedic or Flight Paramedic Certification within two years
- Proficiency in emergency vehicle operation and transport protocols
- Strong clinical and critical thinking skills
- Effective communication and interpersonal abilities
- Leadership and organizational skills
- Competency in computer applications related to documentation and reporting
- Knowledge of legal and ethical considerations in patient care and transport
Job Duties
- Performs paramedic procedures approved by the Advanced Life Support Committee
- Functions as a member of the Beacon Health System Transport Team managing patients with diverse medical conditions
- Applies advanced emergency and critical care skills for patient assessment and stabilization
- Collaborates with healthcare professionals to develop transport care plans
- Establishes and maintains a safe therapeutic environment during transport
- Operates ambulance communication and navigation equipment
- Administers oxygen and medications as appropriate
- Performs advanced airway management including intubation and suctioning
- Documents patient status, care, and responses thoroughly
- Initiates intravenous and intraosseous access and administers fluids
- Conducts laboratory sample collection and point of care testing
- Performs CPR, cardioversion, defibrillation, and other life-saving interventions
- Maintains and inspects transport equipment and ambulance readiness
- Holds current certifications and participates in ongoing training
- Acts in a shift charge supervisory role coordinating staffing and transport logistics
- Assists with additional patient care duties as requested
- Participates in department meetings and maintains compliance with policies and regulations
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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