Community Paramedic (MIH)

Medford, OR - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 29 - 33

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The posted salary range represents the expected pay for this role at the time of posting and is provided for transparency. Actual compensation if an offer is made will depend on factors such as skills experience education and overall qualifications

Mercy Flights is hiring for a community Paramedic (MIH)

Position Summary

The Mobile Integrated Healthcare (MIH) Paramedic works as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide proactive post-hospital and community-based care in non-traditional settings. This role focuses on continuity of care through in-home visits patient assessments clinical and social screenings patient education and coordination with healthcare and community partners. The MIH Paramedic functions independently while collaborating closely with physicians nurses behavioral health providers and community agencies to improve patient outcomes and reduce unnecessary emergency department utilization.

Work Environment & Schedule

Non-traditional care settings including patient homes and community locations
Shift work includes seven 12-hour shifts in a two-week period

Required Qualifications

Education

Associate degree in Paramedicine or equivalent education required for Oregon Paramedic licensure
Bachelors degree in health human services or related field preferred

Experience

Minimum of two (2) years as a Paramedic on a 911 transporting ambulance or equivalent community health experience
Behavioral or mental health experience preferred

Licenses & Certifications

Valid Oregon Paramedic License and National Registry Paramedic certification
Valid Oregon Drivers License
BLS ACLS and PALS or PEPP certifications required
Community Health Worker (CHW) certification required within 12 months of hire
Community Paramedic (CP-C) certification preferred

Key Responsibilities

Provide high-quality patient care in accordance with clinical guidelines protocols and standards of care
Conduct in-home assessments proactive and post-discharge follow-up visits and specialty MIH visits
Respond as part of the Mobile Crisis Response team for behavioral health and crisis-related calls
Perform clinical interventions including point-of-care testing EKG interpretation wound care medication reviews and home safety assessments
Deliver patient and family education related to chronic disease management (e.g. diabetes CHF COPD hypertension fall risk)
Coordinate care with physicians hospitals allied health providers and community resources
Provide both Basic and Advanced Life Support within scope of practice
Serve as ALS backup on emergent and non-emergent 911 ambulance calls as needed
Maintain accurate timely electronic documentation and patient care reports in compliance with Oregon law
Utilize telehealth and technology platforms for physician consultation and longitudinal patient monitoring

How to apply:Apply online at: . To ensure consideration a completed resume and Mercy Flights application must be received. Incomplete applications and/or resumes will not be accepted or considered for review. This position will remain open until it is filled.

Mercy Flights is a drug free workplace and follows federal guidelines set by the United States Department of Labor to provide a safe and drug-free work environment.

Mercy Flights is an Equal Opportunity Employer