DCAD Community Paramedic Job Description
Position Summary: This position reports to the Clinical/Operational Coordinator and the Shift Captain as applicable. The Community Paramedic provides care, evaluation and consultation to patients and communities partners outside the traditional roles of a Paramedic. The Community Paramedic engages in scheduled visits/appointments with patients/clients to facilitate management of chronic health conditions, fall risk prevention strategies, and follow-up care in a post-discharge environment. The Community Paramedic may also be expected to cover on-call shifts as the needs of some clients dictate. Community Paramedics may respond outside the normal service area of the Delta County Ambulance District in cooperation with community partners. The Community Paramedic may also be utilized by the Shift Captain as a 3rd person on calls, to cover a unit or perform other duties as assigned when not engaged in Community Paramedic functions. The Community Paramedic will be a specialist in the provision of the ET3 Model and will assist duty crews and the Officer in Charge with the disposition of ET3 patients as needed.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
· Be available to assist with 911 and transfer coverage as delegated by the on-duty supervisor when not engaged in Community Paramedic activities.
· Perform in home visits for CP clients.
· Obtain specialty certifications as assigned by the Community Paramedic Coordinator such as Car Seat Technician, documentation specialist, or other pertinent credentials applicable to Community Paramedicine.
· Report findings to the appropriate personnel involved in the patient’s care such as primary physicians, RN’s, case managers, etc.
· Cooperate and interact in a professional manner with all community partners to facilitate exceptional outcomes within the communities we serve.
Specialty Responsibilities
Education: Community Paramedics will be required to attend specialized training related to the provision of Community Paramedicine as assigned by the Community Paramedic Coordinator.
Public Relations: In cooperation with the PR Lieutenant, Community Paramedics may participate in community health events, such as health fairs, bike rodeos, and vaccination drives.
Supplies: Community Paramedicine necessitate some specialized equipment and supplies. These supplies will be maintained separately from the normal 911 supply and it is the responsibility of each Community Paramedic to ensure that the supply lieutenant is informed of needs related to CP supplies.
QA/QI: All charts related to Community Paramedicine will be reviewed by the Clinical/Operational Coordinator and/or members of the Leadership Team as appropriate.
Position Requirements:
· State of Colorado Paramedic certification with Community Paramedic endorsement in good standing. / OR RN with applicable experience. Preference given to BSN or RN with concurrent EMT or Paramedic Credential.
· Current ACLS and BLS, with ACLS EP preferred
· Must maintain IBSC Certification at the Community Paramedic Level.
· A degree in a healthcare related field, psychology, social work or other similar subject is preferred.
· Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work with community partners from many agencies.
Compensation Package
· Pay range is $28-$35/hr dependent upon experience and qualifications.
· Full-time employees are entitled to the following:
o Health insurance for the employee and their family
o Matching 401a Retirement Plan at 3% match
o Paid vacation
o Sick Leave
o Personal Days
Other Opportunities
· Personnel with valid EMT or Paramedic licensure may engage in the following opportunities after passing the DCAD physical agility test, and other necessary training as required.
o 911 overtime shifts- requires passing PAT
o Wildfire deployments- requires PAT, S130/S190 (Red Card), and yearly pack test
o FEMA deployments- requires PAT, ICS 100, 200, 800
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