Part-Time Paramedic

Apex Home Health, Hospice & Home Care; Broadview (MT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex Home Health, Hospice & Home Care is seeking a Paramedic in a full-time capacity. The role involves advanced emergency medical care and leadership on scene and in transit.

Responsibilities include assessing emergencies, operating defibrillators, EKG monitors, oxygen, suction devices, and IV fluid administration while driving the ambulance and coordinating with healthcare and public safety teams. Community engagement and safety adherence are emphasized.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required, valid state Paramedic license, driver’s license.
• Currently certified in BLS, ACLS, and NREMT-Paramedic; driving record must be compliant.
• Ability to pass a physical agility test; maintain licensure and certifications.

Responsibilities

• Assess emergency situations and provide advanced EMS care.
• Utilize medical equipment including defibrillators, EKG monitors, oxygen, and suction devices.
• Administer intravenous fluids as indicated; lead scene and unit management.
• Drive ambulance and act as team leader during responses.
• Communicate with patients and families to provide reassurance and information.
• Collaborate with healthcare and public safety personnel; participate in community programs.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Professionalism

Teamwork

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Defibrillators

EKG monitors

Oxygen equipment

Suction devices

IV therapy equipment

Job description

This role involves providing advanced emergency medical care as a Paramedic in a full-time capacity.

Key responsibilities

include assessing emergency situations, utilizing medical equipment such as defibrillators, EKG monitors, oxygen, suction devices, and administering intravenous fluids.

Communication with patients and their loved ones to offer reassurance and information is essential.

The Paramedic may act as a team leader for scene and unit management and is responsible for driving the ambulance during responses.

Collaboration with healthcare and public safety personnel, along with participation in community programs, is emphasized to maintain a positive community presence.

Qualifications

include a high school diploma or GED, a valid state Paramedic license, driver’s license, BLS, ACLS, NREMT-Paramedic certifications, a compliant driving record, and the ability to pass a physical agility test.

Skills and qualities

required are compassionate patient care, professionalism, teamwork, and effective communication.

This role demands a proactive attitude towards community engagement and adherence to safety and operational protocols.