Paramedic

***$2000 RETENTION BONUS FOR NEW FULLTIME HIRES***

About Lakewood

Lakewood Health System is a comprehensive rural healthcare system in central Minnesota. Leading the way in providing quality personalized healthcare for a lifetime Lakewood prides itself on remaining fiercely independent to prioritize its patients staff and communities in all decisions. Voted as one of Star Tribunes Top Workplaces for the fifth year in a row we do rural healthcare differently at LHS by providing a solid foundation of family practice providers with access to bestinclass specialty services all right here at Lakewood. Across the spectrum of life Lakewood Health System provides compassionate quality care.

About the Department

Lakewood Health Systems EMS department is continuously growing and takes pride in its innovative forwardthinking approach while maintaining the values and patientfocused care for which Lakewood is known. Our primary service area (PSA) spans approximately 490 square miles covering parts of Cass Morrison Todd and Wadena counties. Staffed by EMTs and paramedics the EMS team provides basic and advanced life support as well as critical care transport services. With an annual call volume exceeding 1300 requests the EMS team operates under the medical direction of Lakewoods Emergency Department and collaborates closely with various teams both within and outside of Lakewood.

Mission for Position

Lakewood Health System is seeking a dedicated and skilled paramedic to join its EMS team providing both emergent and nonemergent care to patients in and outside of the hospital. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in delivering Advanced Life Support (ALS) and Basic Life Support (BLS) as well as facilitating interfacility transfers alongside EMTs and other EMS professionals. EMTs at Lakewood are trained and varianced in multiple areas including IV and IO insertion administration of various medications 12lead EKG placement and iGel airway management.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide immediate and effective medical care in emergency and nonemergency situations.
• Conduct patient assessments including vital signs and medical histories to determine the appropriate course of action.
• Participate in critical care transport and interfacility transfers ensuring the safe and efficient movement of patients.
• Collaborate with the rapid response team to effectively manage emergencies throughout the hospital.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive patient records documenting assessments treatments and outcomes.
• Participate in training and development opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge in emergency medical care.
• Opportunities to engage in various organizational groups and committees to contribute to continuous improvement in patient care and operational efficiency.

Position Type

• Fulltime .9 FTE. 72 hours per pay period with hourly pay.
• 12hour day/night standalone shifts; no required call.
• Weekends and holidays required.

Qualifications

• Current certification as a paramedic
• CPR certification.
• Valid state drivers license and insurability.

Ideal Candidate

• Strong knowledge of emergency medical protocols and procedures.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and in a teamoriented environment.

Benefits

Lakewood Health System is growing and looking for great people to join our mission of providing personalized quality healthcare for a lifetime. At Lakewood our people are our most valued asset!

• Generous PlannedTime Off & Wellness Time Off
• 401K Match
• Annual tuition assistance of $2000 per year
• Bestinregion employer HSA contributions
• Employer paid premiums for individualonly healthcare coverage!

With ample opportunities for growth within the system and support as you pursue your personal goals its safe to say that Lakewood Health System is a great place to launch or continue your career in healthcare!

A new team members starting wage reflects our compensation philosophy taking into account experience education certifications and internal equity. Hourly pay is just one part of the comprehensive and rewarding compensation package were proud to provide!

Next Steps

Interested but will the schedule work for youHave questions on organizational culture team fit or daytoday experience

>>>Contact Matt Cordes discuss the possibilities further:
Matt Cordes Ambulance Supervisor
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