Paramedic

Thedacare

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Oshkosh, Wisconsin

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Paramedic provides technical nursing support and direct patient care under the supervision of licensed team members. Key duties include administering medications, documenting patient conditions in electronic records, and assisting with patient transport.

Qualifications

You have completed a Paramedic Program and possess a Wisconsin Paramedic license. You are also certified in American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS), and will obtain ACLS & PALS within 6 months of hire.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Paramedic

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

Job Description

Why ThedaCare?   

Living A Life Inspired!

Our new vision at ThedaCare is bold, ambitious, and ignited by a shared passion to provide outstanding care. We are inspired to reinvent health care by becoming a proactive partner in health, enriching the lives of all and creating value in everything we do. Each of us are called to take action in delivering higher standards of care, lower costs and a healthier future for our patients, our families, our communities and our world. 

At ThedaCare, our team members are empowered to be the catalyst of change through our values of compassion, excellence, leadership, innovation, and agility.  A career means much more than excellent compensation and benefits. Our team members are supported by continued opportunities for learning and development, accessible and transparent leadership, and a commitment to work/life balance. If you’re interested in joining a health care system that is changing the face of care and well-being in our community, we encourage you to explore a future with ThedaCare.

Benefits, with a whole-person approach to wellness –

  • Lifestyle Engagement
    • e.g. health coaches, relaxation rooms, health focused apps (Wonder, Ripple), mental health support  
  • Access & Affordability
    • e.g. minimal or zero copays, team member cost sharing premiums, daycare

About ThedaCare!

Summary :

The Paramedic performs in a nursing support role with a variety of direct care functions under general supervison by licensed team members including RN, Physician, and/or APC.

Job Description:

chedule:

  • Full time, benefit eligible

  • 12 hr shifts

  • NOCs

  • Every 4th weekend rotation

  • Holiday rotation

Key Accountabilities

  • Receives direction and assignments from licensed team members and provides technical support to optimize patient care

  • Reports on the condition of the patient to the appropriate licensed team members to ensure safe, quality patient care

  • Completes accurate documentation in the electronic medical record Reinforces patient education performed by the RN

  • Assists with patient transport to other departments as needed based on patient condition

  • Assists with maintaining a safe and clean environment to perform patient care

  • Administers medications under the general supervision of the RN or Provider in accordance with the ThedaCare-approved Paramedic medication list

Qualifications

  • Completion of Paramedic Program

  • American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) upon hire

  • Paramedic license for the State of WI

  • America Heart Association ACLS & PALS within 6 months of hire

  • For the Oshkosh Expansion Hospital and ThedaCare Medical Center Fond Du Lac: High School diploma is required

Physical Demands

  • Ability to move freely (standing, stooping, walking, bending, pushing and pulling) and lift up to a maximum of fifty (50) pounds without assistance

  • Job classification is exposed to blood borne pathogens (blood or bodily fluids) while performing job duties

Work Environment

  • Frequent exposure to sharp objects and instruments

  • Occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock. 

  • Occasional high noise level in work environment.

  • Possible exposure to communicable diseases, hazardous materials, and pharmacological agents.

  • Occasional contact with aggressive and or combative patients.

  • Use of computers throughout work day

  • Frequent use of keyboard with repetitive motion of hands, wrist and fingers

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

36

Scheduled FTE:

0.9

Location:

Oshkosh Expansion Hospital - Oshkosh,Wisconsin

Overtime Exempt:

No

Thedacare

Froedtert ThedaCare is an integrated health care system serving nearly half of Wisconsin’s population. Its 28,000+ team members, physicians and clinicians are transforming communities through prediction, prevention and partnerships with excellence in primary and specialty care in 20 hospitals and more than 360 outpatient locations. Together with the Medical College of Wisconsin, we form the region's only academic medical center, providing the foundation for groundbreaking medical research and excellence in education to accelerate discovery and drive innovation. The system is uniquely positioned to be the trusted partner in advancing the health of our communities.
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