Paramedic

Ridgeview Medical Center; Waconia (MN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Ridgeview Medical Center seeks a dedicated Paramedic to respond to routine and emergency requests, assess patients, provide treatment, and transport under physician medical control. You will operate and maintain ambulance bases and participate in public events to support community health efforts.

The role emphasizes safety, leadership, and reliable communication with diverse patients and teams. Valid Minnesota paramedic certification and BLS/ACLS are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be at least 21 years old to meet Ridgeview's insurability requirements.
• Minnesota Paramedic certification is required.
• AHA BLS and ACLS certifications are required.

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat patients in routine and emergency settings.
• Transport patients under medical control authority.
• Operate and maintain ambulance and base in professional and safe manner.
• Provide for a safe working environment with emphasis on safety.
• Support community events and Ridgeview public relations activities.
• Assist in supply/equipment coordination and inventory management.

Skills

Paramedic certification

BLS certification

ACLS certification

Driver's license

English communication

Leadership

Map reading

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Purpose of Job

This position is responsible for responding to routine and emergency requests to provide efficient and immediate assessment, treatment and transportation of ill, critically ill and injured patients in various setting within the scope of training under a physicians medical control authority.

Job Functions

1. Systematically collects and correctly analyzes assessment data.
2. Provides appropriate direct and indirect patient care of treatment consistent with SOP's.
3. Transfers the responsibility for the care of the patient to other qualified providers.
4. Provides for a safe working environment with emphasis on the preventative aspects of safety.
5. Operates and maintains ambulance and base in professional and safe manner and performs vehicle and equipment safety checks.
6. Provide services for community events and other RMC public relation events.
7. Assists in the completion of the departmental managerial duties as assigned.
8. Performs other duties as assigned. When Functioning as the supply/equipment coordinator duties include:
   1. Weekly ordering of medical supplies, medications, oxygen and/or linens.
   2. Determines and maintains adequate par levels of all supplies and/or equipment.
   3. Processes and fills supply orders for remote bases and arranges for delivery.
   4. Facilitates the repair of and/or coordinates preventative maintenance for all applicable equipment.
   5. Evaluates current supplies and/or equipment and makes change recommendations as needed.
   6. Assists in determining vehicle and bag layouts and keeps detailed inventory lists.
   7. Evaluates function and/or feasibility of potential new supplies and/or equipment
   8. Assists in fleet service as needed.
   9. Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education/Work Experience

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Must be at least 21 years old in order to meet Ridgeview's insurability requirements

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Strong interpersonal, organizational and teambuilding skills
• Ability to meet and maintain the necessary background checks as aligned with position functions
• Ability to communicate in the English language for effective written and verbal correspondence in order to complete job functions as mentioned above
• Accessibility via phone
• Demonstrated map reading skills
• Ability to employ discretion and confidentiality in sensitive areas
• Demonstrates leadership abilities and accountability for personal, professional, ethical and legal standards
• Ability to respond appropriately to unpredictable situations and diverse patient populations

License/Certifications

• Current State of Minnesota Paramedic certification
• Current AHA BLS and ACLS certification
• Valid MN driver's license and meets Ridgeview's insurability requirements

Physical Demands

Link to Employee Health Physical Demands

Compensation

Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation such as: the requirements of the position, experience, education, knowledge, and skills along with location and internal equity. Pay listed does not include any shift, weekend, or other differentials.

Benefits

Ridgeview strives to provide comprehensive and market competitive benefits to meet the needs of our employees and their families. Click here to view the benefits available.