MIH Paramedic - 36hrs/week-Full Time

Job description

We are seeking a Paramedic to join Tufts Medicine growing Mobile Integrated Health team. In this role you will provide primary care and advanced life support, medical evaluations, treatment and stabilization of Lowell General Hospital patients with chronic and acute health issues in their homes in the Lowell area. If you are interested in a role where you will provide integrated care and have an opportunity to advance your assessment and treatment skills with training in multiple areas including oncology, vascular access, heart failure etc, we would love to discuss this opportunity with you! Position Overview: This position is an allied health professional who possesses the complex knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care in the home and institutional setting in an effort to decrease emergency department and hospital utilization. Functions as part of a comprehensive mobile integrated response, under medical oversight and conduct detailed assessments and available diagnostics to collaborate with the medical control physician to determine appropriate treatments and intermediate care management strategy for patients with acute and chronic conditions. Responds to patient care needs, requests and places appropriate referrals, and provides education to patients and their families regarding their medical conditions. Conducts patient care visits with real-time communication with one of our board-certified emergency physicians or the patient’s attending physician and works cooperatively within the healthcare system and other services to create a system of quality health care. Location: Lowell General Hospital - 295 Varnum Avenue - Lowell, MA Hours: 36 hours, Variable Shifts (Days/Evenings/Weekends/Holidays) Minimum Qualifications 1. Completion of accredited Paramedic program. 2. National Registered Paramedic. 3. Massachusetts Certified Paramedic. 4. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. 5. Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification. 6. Valid State issued driver’s license. 7. Two (2) years of relevant experience. 8. Must obtain Community Paramedic certification by the International Board of Specialty Certifications (IBSC) within one (1) year of start of employment. Preferred Qualifications: 1. Bachelor’s degree. 2. BCLS, ACLS, PALS Instructor. 3. Incident Command System (ICS) course up to 200 level. 4. Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification. 5. Three (3) years of experience in community paramedicine or mobile integrated health. Why Join Us? At Tufts Medicine - Lowell General Hospital , we’re more than a health system – we’re a community of the brightest minds and the biggest hearts in healthcare. We combine academic innovation with compassion and community. If that excites you, then you belong with us. What We Offer Competitive salaries & benefits Medical, Dental and Vision benefits start day one 403(b) Retirement with company match In-depth training programs Tuition Reimbursement Free on-site parking Opportunities for career growth About Lowell General For more than 125 years, Lowell General has served the Greater Lowell community with pride. We balance the first-rate care of a premier medical center with the warmth of a four-time Magnet®-recognized community hospital. As a member of our team, you’ll join over 3,000 dedicated care providers to offer complete, connected care, when and where patients need it most. At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day. The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals. Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career growth—one of the many ways we invest in you so you can thrive both at work and outside of it. Pay Range : $32.50 - $36.61