Paramedic

About This Paramedic Position

HopeHealth is seeking RI and MA licensed Paramedics to support HopeHealth Hospice's Response Team. The Paramedics will be dispatched to patient's homes after the Triage RN determines that a visit is necessary to assist and support the patient and family. The Paramedic will utilize technology so that the Triage RN virtually triages and provides instructions to the patient and family.

This is a per diem position, working 11:00 pm - 7:00 am.

What will the Paramedic do?

• Will travel to the patient's home, join the Triage RN virtually in the visit, take patient's vital signs, assist patient and family as instructed by the Triage RN with regard to moving the patient, repositioning the patient, secure wound dressings, identifying the medications in the patient's home for the Triage RN to provide direction, utilization and dosing instructions to the patient and family.

• Patients may be symptomatic with pain, nausea, agitation. The Paramedic will provide a calming presence for the patient and family and support the patient and family in following the Triage RN's instructions.

• Completes patient documentation (written /electronic) per HopeHealth . This documentation shall be completed at the time of the visit or by end of shift.

• Reports to remote location(s) for duty. Responds to calls and directions from HopeHealth's Triage RN.

What are the qualifications for a Paramedic?

• Current State of Rhode Island and Massachusetts Paramedic license with a minimum of two years' field Paramedic experience.

• Maintains certifications as mandated by the position

• Valid and current driver's license and a clean driving record.

• Must be able to read speak and write legibly and comprehend the English language without restriction.

• Maintains positive communication (written, spoken and non-verbal) effectively while interfacing with fellow employees, patients, families, and the community at large.

What are the job benefits?

For your health and peace of mind:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance

• Retirement plan with employer contribution

• Pre-tax flexible spending account for healthcare and dependent care

• Disability coverage

• Discounts on voluntary insurance programs

• Life and long-term-disability insurance

• Mileage reimbursement

For your wellbeing:

• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays

• A caring culture that supports your wellbeing

• Work only one weekend a month (day off week before and after)

For your career:

• A robust orientation programs

• Educational assistance

• Reimbursement for certifications

• HopeHealth Clinical Education Lab (continuing education)

Discover a career that transforms lives - including yours.

At HopeHealth, health care is more than a career choice. It's a calling.

You can see it in our incredible team, who are as compassionate as they are talented. You can see it in the trust that our patients and families place in us every day.

And you can see it in our values - as a health care organization, and as an employer. At HopeHealth, we care deeply about every life we touch, including yours. We're committed to giving employees the support they need to not only excel at their jobs, but to love what they do.

Join us, and you'll be part of a team that inspires you, a workplace that invests in you, and a mission that brings hope and dignity to patients and families every day.

HopeHealth is a not-for-profit market leader in the areas of home health, palliative and hospice care serving Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Our family of brands include HopeHealth Hospice & Palliative Care, HopeHealth Community VNA and HopeHealth Visiting Nurse.

Our Hospice Care Team

HopeHealth's hospice care team provides comfort and support to patients who are in the advanced stages of serious illness or nearing the end of life.

Join our team, and you'll:

• Help patients and families make every moment count. Hospice is a special calling. Your work will help patients live as comfortably and fully as possible, and provide meaningful support for everyone in the family. As part of our team, you'll provide patients, and their loved ones, with a peaceful end-of-life setting.

• Know that your expertise and unique perspective are valued. In our inclusive work culture, you'll be free to work autonomously while feeling authentic support from your team. You'll experience the mutual respect, collaboration and trust of a healthcare team that's committed to going above and beyond for every patient - and for every member of the team.

• Enjoy a flexible work schedule and generous benefits. Work full-time, part-time or per diem with scheduling flexibility to maximize your work/family life balance. Benefits include competitive compensation package, health care coverage, education reimbursement, and an employer-match retirement plan.

• Be part of a leading team. For over 40 years, HopeHealth Hospice has set the gold standard for end-of-life care. We're the second-oldest hospice in the country, and one of the largest not-for-profit hospice providers in New England. We are committed to giving all of our employees the skills and support they need to deliver the best possible patient care.

HopeHealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

HopeHealth is committed to advancing diversity, equity and inclusion in the workspace. We believe that attracting, developing and empowering exceptional people will allow us to continue to deliver the best care for our patients and families.

All qualified individuals - inclusive of race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age and ability - are warmly welcome at HopeHealth.

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