PARAMEDIC

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***Sign on bonus eligible We are seeking a PARAMEDIC in Ontonagon, MI at Aspirus Ontonagon Hospital to work in our Med Evac department and join our team! Under the direction and supervision of the Manager - Med Evac, 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.
Experience/Qualifications Knowledge of emergency patient care standards and practices normally acquired through completion of an accredited Paramedic program.
Required - Minimum of 1 year (3 years preferred) current field experience in a busy 911/pre-hospital service for ground critical care transport and intercepts.
Minimum 3 years’ current field experience in a busy 911/pre-hospital service for flight.
Flight or transport experience preferred.
Active Wisconsin 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 - All clinical personnel in identified job codes are required to maintain Basic Life Support (BLS) training through independent study, online manikin and knowledge testing.
An acceptable training program is the Basic Life Support (BLS) Health Care Provider course from the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross Professional Rescuer Program with AED.
(See Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Training Policy).
ACLS certification - American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support Provider Course including a hands-on skills practice session with an AHA ACLS instructor or by using a voice assisted manikin (VAM) system.
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 licensure preferred.
Certified Emergency Vehicle Operations (CEVO) or Emergency Vehicle Operating Certification (EVOC) or training.
Competencies specific to MedEvac must be completed upon hire and annually.
Must maintain CPR and all certifications as stated in the MedEvac Scope of Service.
Hours: This position is Full Time; 1.
0 FTE or 80 hours per pay period.
24 hour shift rotation.
Employee Benefits Full benefits packages available for part- and full-time status.
PTO accrual from day one! Generous retirement plan with match available.
Wellness program for employees and their families.
Aspirus Ontonagon Hospital, a licensed 18-bed Critical Access Hospital is dedicated to serving the residents of Ontonagon County and the surrounding areas.
You will find a wide range of services, some of which you might not normally expect to find in a small rural setting including 24/7 Emergency Department, in-house services such as Imaging, CT, Ultrasound, Laboratory, Infusion, Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapy, Swing Bed, and an attached Clinic.
Our average admissions are 700 per year with 3,000 annual ER visits.
We also have an outpatient physical therapy department located across the street from the hospital.
Ontonagon is located in Michigan's beautiful Upper Peninsula, on the south shore of Lake Superior and close to the Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park and Ottawa National Forest.
Step out your front door and have immediate access to activities that include superb lake fishing, trout streams, boating, camping, hiking, hunting, ATV trails, downhill & cross-country skiing and snowmobiling.
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 non-profit, community-directed health system based in Wausau, Wisconsin.
Its 11,000 employees are focused on improving the health and well-being of people throughout Wisconsin and Upper Michigan.
Aspirus serves communities through four hospitals in Michigan and 13 hospitals in Wisconsin, 75 clinics, home health and hospice care, pharmacies, critical care and air-medical transport, medical goods, nursing homes, and a broad network of physicians.
Click here to learn more about Ontonagon, Michigan Credentials: Essential: * Drivers Licenses * MICHIGAN PARAMEDIC * EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIANS (EMT) - PARAMEDIC * CPR or BLS * ADVANCED CARDIAC LIFE SUPPORT * PEDIATRIC ADVANCED LIFE SUPPORT (PALS)