ChenMed · 2 weeks ago
Community Paramedic- $30.00 +/ HR and $500.00 sign on bonus- Part Time
Richmond, VA
Part-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$20.20/hr - $28.83/hr
1+ years expChenMed is a family-owned and physician-led healthcare provider focused on transforming healthcare for seniors. The Community Paramedic works closely with the after-hours dedicated virtual care team to deliver in-home health care services, providing urgent and acute clinical interventions to stabilize patients.
Health CarePrimary and Urgent Care
Responsibilities
With provider guidance and direction, conducts one-on-one advanced, in-home health assessments with senior patients. This includes documenting vital signs and measuring relevant physical attributes as well as identifying cognitive, functional, medication and social challenges impacting patient’s health
Communicates health updates with the provider and virtual care team. Facilitates care plan execution and design to keep patient home, happy, and healthy, when able
Prepares patients for virtual examinations; performs routine screenings, including vitals, weight, EKG, etc. Assists provider with exams and explains treatment procedures and providers' instructions to patients, including facilitating video visits
Prepares and administers medications including IM and IV, changes dressings, applies bandages, removes sutures and other first aid procedures. Performs CPR when necessary
Performs non-critical medical and therapeutic procedures based on medical instructions. Collects phlebotomy and other lab specimens; performs basic Point of Care lab tests
Interacts with EMS and emergency department personnel as necessary and with expediency, to coordinate emergency care for any presentation warranting an immediate trip to the hospital or advanced life support services
Creates and records detailed clinical documents for each patient, noting all medications, allergies, and medical conditions presenting. Documents contact information for each family member or friend serving as emergency contact
Documents and reports findings/actions to ensure encounters are accurately recorded and received by the provider as soon as administratively possible. Provides recommendations to provider within scope of license to address/reduce health risk
Maintains home visit supplies, equipment and stocks. Sterilizes instruments, practices OSHA safety standards, practices accurate, legal and ethical documentation at all times
As defined by Florida statutes and pursuant to medical protocols, policies and procedures set by the provider, administers appropriate patient care at the EMT/Paramedic skill level in emergency medical situations
Reports cases of neglect or abuse to Adult/Child protective services. Contacts law enforcement when appropriate
Educates seniors on aging and disability resources and other applicable social services. Recommends to provider and care team needed mental health interventions, leveraging community resources whenever possible. Coordinates fire rescue units, police and other community agencies making home visits
Performs other duties as assigned and modified at manager’s discretion
Qualification
Required
High School diploma or equivalent required
A minimum of 1 year work experience as a Paramedic required
Current unrestricted VA Paramedic state license required
This position requires possession and maintenance of a current, valid Driver's License AND a reliable means of personal transportation to be used for transporting self, as well as company provided supplies and equipment during home visits. Monthly car allowance provided
Must live and/or work in the Richmond area as defined by the job posting
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AMA) or American Red Cross required w/in first 90 days of employment
Preferred
Experience working with geriatric patients is a plus
ALS certification preferred
Spoken and written fluency in English; bilingual Spanish desired
Benefits
$500.00 sign on bonus
Monthly car allowance provided
Comprehensive benefits package
Career development and advancement opportunities
Great work-life balance
Company
ChenMed
ChenMed is a full-risk primary care market leader that is transforming healthcare for seniors.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Christopher Chen, MD
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Redmond
Chief Financial Officer
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