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The Community Paramedic provides patient-centered, non-emergent healthcare services in homes and community settings to improve access to care, support chronic disease management, and reduce unnecessary emergency department utilization. This role expands traditional paramedic practice through preventive care, patient education, care coordination, and collaboration with healthcare and social service partners. Under the direction of the Medical Director and according to the protocols, procedures and policies of Osage Ambulance District performs direct patient care including assessment, evaluation, basic and advanced medical rescue to access, stabilize, evacuate and transport a patient to an appropriate destination according to the goals of Osage Ambulance District, Standard of Care and Employee Code of Conduct. Paramedics also perform clerical, maintenance duties and where approved as an FTO to precept EMT and paramedic students. Performs related duties as assigned.

Working Conditions, Mental and Physical Requirements:

Unimpaired mobility: Must be able to respond quickly to ambulance, must be able to access patients in difficult terrain, must be able to climb stairs, must be able to work in close and dangerous environments such as damaged vehicles, must be able with partner to carry equipment and patients. . Must be able to perform strenuous physical requirements such as CPR, lifting and moving of equipment and patients in a variety of environmental conditions. Must be able to perform required medical skills and techniques. Must have correctable vision acceptable for day and night operation of emergency vehicles, must have color acuity adequate for determination of skin and blood color, and must be able to read medication dosages on drug labels and syringes. Must be able to hear and understand information provided by patients, family or bystanders; must be able to hear breath sounds and accurately determine auscultated blood pressures; must be able to differentiate separate conversations in active, distracting environments; must be able to hear and understand radio traffic when responding with lights and sirens. Must be able to speak and enunciate clearly and at a level audible to others in loud conditions, must be able to speak clearly in stressful situations, must be able to verbally communicate with patients, families and other emergency services personnel.

Essential Job Duties/Responsibilities:

Conduct in-home and community-based patient assessments and follow-up visit Perform health screenings, wellness checks, and medication reconciliation Support management of chronic conditions such as diabetes, CHF, COPD, asthma, and hypertension Provide patient and caregiver education on disease management, medications, and injury prevention Identify social determinants of health and connect patients with community resources Coordinate care with physicians, nurses, case managers, social workers, and EMS providers Perform post-discharge follow-ups to reduce hospital readmissions Recognize changes in patient condition and initiate appropriate interventions or referrals Document patient encounters accurately in electronic health records Participate in quality improvement initiatives, outreach programs, and data collection efforts Maintain compliance with protocols, standing orders, and regulatory requirements

Physical Requirements:

Physical demands are attached plus push, pull, and grip at 50 lbs. plus, pinch up to 20 lbs., kneel, crouch, and crawl occasionally.

Equipment Used:

Mobile and portable communications equipment, Monitor/Defibrillator/Pacer, approved stretcher, stair chair, backboard, scoop type device, variety of bags and kits, assigned ambulance, computer, FAX, printer and other office related equipment.

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Schedule:

Day shift Weekends as needed Shift availability: Full Time Community Paramedics work a M-F, 8 hour day schedule.

Work Location:

In person

Qualifications Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

Valid Driver's License Missouri Paramedic License BLS CPR Certification Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification PALS Certification (Preferred) PHTLS Certification Community Paramedic certification or completion of an approved Community Paramedicine program (or ability to obtain within a defined timeframe) Strong assessment, communication, and critical-thinking skills Prior experience in community paramedicine, EMS, home health, or care coordination Experience working with high-risk, underserved, or vulnerable populations Familiarity with chronic disease management and preventive care models Experience with electronic patient care reporting (ePCR) or EHR systems

Salary and Benefits Base Minimum:

$64,164.60

Base Maximum:

$76,765.40

Pay Type:

Per Year Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$64,164.60 - $76,765.40 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

Community Paramedic License (Required)

Work Location:

In person