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Sponsored by the Sisters of the Sorrowful Mother, Ministry Health Care is a leading network of hospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities, home care agencies, dialysis centers and many other programs and services in Wisconsin and Minnesota. Our mission as a Catholic health care system is to further the healing ministry of Jesus by continually improving the health and well-being of all people, especially the poor, in the communities we serve.

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Join our experienced team of EMS professionals at Eagle River Memorial Hospital.  This positions offers you the opportunity to use your paramedic skills on our 911 service and in our Emergency Department.  We offer autonomy and are a self directed team.  Northern Wisconsin is an ideal area for outdoor sports and activities. We have a small town atmosphere and are close to many lakes and resorts. This is a 24 hours per week position on the night shift, 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. Weekends as needed and every other holiday rotation.

 

POSITION SUMMARY:

 

The Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic will administer emergency medical care to the sick and injured. Work closely with department Medical Director, Medical Control Physician, and other hospital personnel to maintain consistency in policy and working relationships.  Work closely with Management, Registered Nurses, and MD Staff of outlying facilities to maintain consistency in working relationships.  Work closely with Fire Departments, Law Enforcement Agencies and Medical Examiners to maintain consistency in working relationships.  Will be subject to being on call. Also assist other hospital departments as assigned. Participate in public educational activities.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

  • Perform skilled professional patient care.
  • Appropriate initial assessment is performed as evidenced by documentation and treatment rendered.
  • Maintain proficiency in advanced life support skills.
  • Maintain ACLS and PALS certification.    
  • Respond to ambulance calls safely and in a minimal amount of time, remembering the safety of others and self.
  • Maintain timely contact with medical control describing conditions briefly and specific to present condition.
  • Documentation contains sufficient information and is completed according to departmental policies.
  • Maintain all vehicle, safety, medical, and communication equipment to ensure proper condition, state of operational readiness and cleanliness.
  • Attend specific 48 hours of continuing education in emergency care.
  • Recognize occurrences of life-threatening situations and emergencies and take appropriate action.

AGE OF PATIENT CARED FOR: Infant, Child, Adolescent, Adult, and Geriatric

 


job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Attend a minimum of 72 hours of continuing education related to Emergency Medical Service (includes 48 hours approved EMT-P Refresher Course every two years)
  • Current practice in pre-hospital emergency medical field care, with 1 year experience in EMS trained to a minimum of hazardous material awareness level
  • Possess current State of Wisconsin EMT-P licensure
  • Possess current State of Wisconsin drivers' license
  • Maintain current CPR/BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications.
  • Meet guidelines set forth by the National Registry of EMTs
  • Strong interpersonal communication skills
  • Ability to read and write
  • Basics at operation of a computer
  • Must be able to use good judgment and demonstrate leadership capabilities
  • Ability to perform practical skills as outlined in State of Wisconsin practical skill standards.

 

 

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