LifeLine Paramedic

Indiana University Health; Muncie (IN); On-site; USD 54,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University Health is seeking a Paramedic to care for ill or injured patients in emergency and non-emergency settings. The role includes patient transport, relaying critical information, and operating within Indiana Paramedic scope, with adherence to safety and hospital policies.

Requirements include ACLS, BLS, PALS certification, EMT-P Indiana Paramedic license, and relevant NIMS and EVOC training with probationary completions for certain certifications. Experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• ACLS, BLS, and PALS certification; EMT-P Indiana Paramedic license.
• BLS required upon hire; ACLS required upon hire.
• PALS or equivalent to be obtained within initial probationary period.
• EVOC or equivalent within initial probationary period.
• NIMS 100, 200, 700, 800 within initial probationary period.
• Minimum of 1 year ALS Paramedic experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Care, transport, and treatment of ill/injured patients in emergency and non-emergency situations.
• Relays information regarding patient condition to the team.
• Operates within the scope of an Indiana Paramedic and adheres to safety and hospital policies.
• May drive ambulance to referral hospitals and assist with records and reports.

Skills

Clinical decision-making

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

ACLS

BLS

PALS

EMT-P Indiana Paramedic license

EVOC

NIMS 100/200/700/800

Job description

Overview

Responsible for the care, transport, and treatment of ill/injured patients in both emergency and non-emergency situations. Relays and receives information regarding the patient and patient condition. Complies with all regulatory requirements, departmental policy and practice, safety policies and practice, hospital policies, and operates within the scope of a Paramedic as defined by the state of Indiana. Possesses the required knowledge and skills to appropriately care for and manage neonatal, infant, pediatric, adult, and elderly patients. May be required to drive ambulance to and from referral hospital, transport patients, obtain consents and authorizations from patient or legal guardians, record time of ambulance run, process billing and daily reports.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• ACLS, BLS, and PALS certification; EMT-P Indiana Paramedic license.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required upon hire.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required upon hire.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) or equivalent to be obtained within initial probationary period.
• Emergency Vehicle Operator Course (EVOC) or equivalent obtained within initial probationary period.
• NIMS 100, 200, 700, 800 certification obtained within initial probationary period.
• Minimum of 1 year ALS Paramedic experience preferred.
• Ability to make independent, clinically and operationally competent decisions in a challenging environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.