About this Paramedic role at ThedaCare
Why ThedaCare?
Living A Life Inspired!
Our new vision at ThedaCare is bold, ambitious, and ignited by a shared passion to provide outstanding care. We are inspired to reinvent health care by becoming a proactive partner in health, enriching the lives of all and creating value in everything we do. Each of us are called to take action in delivering higher standards of care, lower costs and a healthier future for our patients, our families, our communities and our world.
At ThedaCare, our team members are empowered to be the catalyst of change through our values of compassion, excellence, leadership, innovation, and agility. A career means much more than excellent compensation and benefits. Our team members are supported by continued opportunities for learning and development, accessible and transparent leadership, and a commitment to work/life balance. If you’re interested in joining a health care system that is changing the face of care and well-being in our community, we encourage you to explore a future with ThedaCare.
Benefits, with a whole-person approach to wellness –
- Lifestyle Engagement
- e.g. health coaches, relaxation rooms, health focused apps (Wonder, Ripple), mental health support
- Access & Affordability
- e.g. minimal or zero copays, team member cost sharing premiums, daycare
Summary :
The Paramedic performs in a nursing support role with a variety of direct care functions under general supervison by licensed team members including RN, Physician, and/or APC.Job Description:
Key Accountabilities
Receives direction and assignments from licensed team members and provides technical support to optimize patient care
Reports on the condition of the patient to the appropriate licensed team members to ensure safe, quality patient care
Completes accurate documentation in the electronic medical record Reinforces patient education performed by the RN
Assists with patient transport to other departments as needed based on patient condition
Assists with maintaining a safe and clean environment to perform patient care
Administers medications under the general supervision of the RN or Provider in accordance with the ThedaCare-approved Paramedic medication list
Qualifications
Completion of Paramedic Program
American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) upon hire
Paramedic license for the State of WI
America Heart Association ACLS & PALS within 6 months of hire
For the Oshkosh Expansion Hospital and ThedaCare Medical Center Fond Du Lac: High School diploma is required
Physical Demands
Ability to move freely (standing, stooping, walking, bending, pushing and pulling) and lift up to a maximum of fifty (50) pounds without assistance
Job classification is exposed to blood borne pathogens (blood or bodily fluids) while performing job duties
Work Environment
Frequent exposure to sharp objects and instruments
Occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock.
Occasional high noise level in work environment.
Possible exposure to communicable diseases, hazardous materials, and pharmacological agents.
Occasional contact with aggressive and or combative patients.
Use of computers throughout work day
Frequent use of keyboard with repetitive motion of hands, wrist and fingers
