What are the responsibilities and job description for the PARAMEDIC or CRITICAL CARE PARAMEDIC position at Aspirus Health?
Compassion. Accountability. Collaboration. Foresight. Joy.
These are the Aspirus Core Values; and we are looking for the BEST around to join us as we demonstrate those values Every. Single. Day.
Aspirus MedEvac in Eagle River, WI is seeking a PARAMEDIC or CRITICAL CARE PARAMEDIC to join our team!
This position is responsible for providing safe, comprehensive care to critically ill and/or injured patients of all ages. Care is provided in the pre-hospital setting and during inter-facility transports by understanding and applying the specialized principles and techniques of transport paramedic practice, emergency procedures and diagnostics.
HOURS: This position is occasional/as needed to pick-up shifts. 24-hr shifts.
Experience/Qualifications
- Knowledge of emergency patient care standards and practices normally acquired through completion of an accredited Paramedic program.
- Active Wisconsin Paramedic license.
- Active Michigan Paramedic license.
- Active Paramedic license/certification in the State of Wisconsin and Michigan or will obtain dual license within 120 days of hire.
- Current BLS certification.
- ACLS certification.
- State of Wisconsin Critical Care Endorsement recommended within one year of hire or upon course availability and to transition into Critical Care Paramedic role.
- Possesses a valid Driver’s license in the state of residency.
- Current Paramedic National Registry license preferred.
- Certified Emergency Vehicle Operations (CEVO) or Emergency Vehicle Operating Certification (EVOC) or training.
Aspirus MedEvac medical transportation service provides 24-hour emergency air and ground medical transport for critically ill and injured individuals of North Central Wisconsin and Upper Michigan. We are dedicated to providing the highest standard of care and safety to our patients. Aspirus MedEvac operates critical care ground transfer ambulances from Wisconsin ground bases in Weston, Mosinee, Wisconsin Rapids, Medford, Plover, Portage, Rhinelander, Eagle River, Woodruff and Upper Michigan bases in Ontonagon, Iron River and Crystal Falls. In addition to the Critical care Ground Transports, Aspirus MedEvac also provides 911 coverage for Iron County MI, Lincoln County WI, Oneida County WI, Taylor County WI, Vilas County WI, and Watersmeet MI. The ground units are staffed with Critical Care Paramedics, Registered Nurses and EMTs. MedEvac air is staffed with a pilot, a Flight Nurse and a Flight Paramedic and is capable of transporting one patient.
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Our Mission: We heal people, promote health and strengthen communities.
Our Vision: Aspirus is a catalyst for creating healthy, thriving communities, trusted and engaged above all others.
As an Aspirus team, we demonstrate caring, we plan to impact the future, work with happiness and enthusiasm, recognize our power to make a difference and improve the health of our communities.
Aspirus Health is a nonprofit, community-directed health system based in Wausau, Wisconsin, serving northeastern Minnesota, northern and central Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The health system operates 19 hospitals and 130 outpatient locations with nearly 14,000 team members, including 1,300 employed physicians and advanced practice clinicians. For more information visit aspirus.org.
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Credentials:
Essential:
* EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIANS (EMT) - PARAMEDIC
* ADVANCED CARDIAC LIFE SUPPORT
* CPR or BLS
* Drivers Licenses
* PEDIATRIC ADVANCED LIFE SUPPORT (PALS)
