Paramedic-Clinic Lead

With more than 700 care sites across the U.S. from clinics and hospitals to home-based care and virtual care services CommonSpirit is accessible to nearly one out of every four U.S. residents. Our world needs compassion like never before. Our communities need caring and our families need protection. With our combined resources CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable and innovating how and where healing can happen both inside our hospitals and out in the community.

You have a purpose, unique talents and now is the time to embrace it, live it and put it to work. We value incredible people with incredible skills – but your commitment to a greater cause is something we value even more. This is the heartbeat of our organization and your time will be spent in a supportive, team environment with resources to help you flourish and leaders who care about your success.

The Paramedic provides safe and effective care for patient(s) within the scope of practice, in accordance with physician’s orders, established standards and administrative policies, as part of the health care team. The Hospital Inpatient Paramedic also:

• Functions under the direction of the hospital based Medical Director, who will be the Paramedic Medical Director.
• The lead Paramedic coordinates the daily activities of the paramedic staff so that all processes are completed accuratley. 
• Follows the Medical Director's determined scope of practice for the Paramedic within the Acts Allowed specified by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment.
• Oversees all first aid room functions to ensure high quality standars are met regarding servicing the needs of patients, physicians, regulatory agencies, outside entities and all internal departments.

In addition to bringing humankindness to the workplace each day, qualified candidates will need the following:

• Three years of experience as a Paramedic in an Emergency Department and/or emergency pre-hospital setting
• Demonstrated ability to function in a team environment
• Strong communication skills; Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English
• Basic computer skills
• High School diploma or GED required within one year of hire
• Graduation from an accredited Paramedic Training Program, recognized by
  Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE)
• Current registered Paramedic with the State of Colorado Department of Public
  Health and Environment (CDPHE)
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support
• BLS from the American Heart Association required

Physical Requirements - Medium Work - (Exert up to 50lbs force occasionally, and/or up to 20lbs frequently, and/or up to 10lbs constantly)