Community Paramedic

Company: Trinity Health
Location: Columbus
Posted on: January 17, 2020

Job Description:

Why Mount Carmel? With five hospitals, over 60 free-standing outpatient clinics, a college of nursing, a Medicare Advantage plan, and extensive outreach and community wellness programs, Mount Carmel Health System serves more than a million patients in central Ohio each year, and we've been a pillar of this community for more than 130 years. As a proud member of Trinity Health, one of the nation's largest Catholic healthcare delivery systems, our network of caring spans 22 states, 94 hospitals, and 133,000 colleagues nationwide. We know that exceptional patient care starts with taking care of our colleagues, so we invest in great people and all that we ask in return is that you come to work ready to make a difference and do the right thing. What we offer: --- Competitive compensation and benefits packages including medical, dental, and vision coverage --- Retirement savings account with employer match starting on day one --- Generous paid time off programs --- Employee recognition incentive program --- Tuition/professional development reimbursement --- Relocation assistance (geographic restrictions apply) --- Discounted tuition and enrollment opportunities' at the Mount Carmel College of Nursing Why Columbus? The nation's 14th largest city, Columbus, Ohio is one of the fastest growing major metropolitan areas in the Midwest - ranked #1 for population growth, #1 for job growth, #1 for wage growth, and #1 real estate market. And with a vibrant blend of professional sports, world-class attractions, creative cuisines, and a flourishing music and arts scene, you'll never be found wanting for entertainment and experiences to call your own in Columbus. Learn more at The Community Paramedic , under the guidance of a Registered Nurse and the medical director, and in collaboration with the Patient Advocate, will provide patient care in an atmosphere sensitive to each person's physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs. The certified paramedic functioning in the spirit of teamwork, is accountable for the delivery of patient care within the standards, policies, procedures, and guidelines of the Organization. Role will function as a member of the Street Medicine team, providing patient accompanyment, case management, and technical clinical support to vulnerable patients Requirements Education: Successful completion of an approved course(s) which includes basic patient care skills, EKG, and phlebotomy required. Licensure / Certification: Current Paramedic Certification in the State of Ohio; Community Paramedic certification or willingness to obtain within 24 months. Experience: Previous patient care experience and/or technical education in health-related field preferred; social work or case worker experience preferred. Effective Communication Skills Must have and maintain a valid Ohio Driver's license. Current BLS Healthcare Provider required. Current CDL, or willingness to obtain license within 6 months. Must be willing to work with all cultural, religious, and socioeconomic groups. Experience working with homeless individuals is preferred. Must possess a high degree of initiative and independent judgment. Responsibilities Meets population specific and all other competencies according to department requirements. Promotes a Culture of Safety by adhering to policy, procedures and plans that are in place to prevent workplace injury, violence or adverse outcome to associates and patients. Relationship-based Care: Creates a caring and healing environment that keeps the patient and family at the center of care throughout their experience at Mount Carmel following the principles of our interdisciplinary care delivery system. (For patient care providers) Provides nursing care, ensures an environment of patient safety, promotes evidence-based practice and quality initiatives and exhibits professionalism in nursing practice within the model of the ANCC Magnet Recognition Program -. Patient Care Monitors and transports stable patients to medical and social service appointments. Connect patients to community resources and services. Assists medical providers with patient care, in both the clinic and community setting. Communication Maintains professional communication with team, regarding patient needs. Complete patient follow up calls and tracking. Develops and maintains professional relationships with external community resources as well as internally throughout the Mount Carmel Health System Technical Skills Performs vitals "---Performs equipment setups Performs CLIA-waived testing as assigned Performs EKG Performs Phlebotomy Participates in hazardous materials or disaster events Performs duties as assigned in clinic or community setting Documentation/Reporting Collects and documents patient data, i.e. vital signs, weight, procedures performed Mount Carmel and all its affiliates are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, religion, physical disability or any other classification protected under local, state or federal law.

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