Community Resource Paramedicine Responder II

City of Gainesville
Gainesville, FL
Category Healthcare
Job Description
Role Overview

As a Community Resource Paramedicine Responder II, you will assist in developing, implementing, and presenting a robust preemptive Community Resource Paramedicine (CRP) Program and services for the organization, its facilities, and local community. You will provide care coordination services, comprehensive information, and resource referrals via telephone and in person; perform safety and health checks and offer follow-up care to persons in need.

What You Will Do

You will respond to emergencies with operational fire crews, perform technical work and documentation in the provision of Basic Life Support (BLS) or Advanced Life Support (ALS) for the acutely sick and injured, and provide in-home assessments and treatments at the ALS level on behalf of primary care physicians.

Why It Might Be a Fit

You will have the opportunity to make a visible impact on the lives of your neighbors, contribute to community success, and help enhance the Gainesville way of life. You will work in a dynamic environment with a team that is passionate about making a difference in the community.

Requirements

  • Graduation from high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma
  • One (1) year progressive experience in health, social services, public health, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
  • Completion of Paramedic certification program, to include a 42-hour credit academic program (most of which clinical hours) and National Registry and/or State of Florida licensure
  • Valid driver license required upon appointment
  • Florida State Certification as a Paramedic
  • Emergency Vehicle Operations Course required within twelve (12) months of appointment
  • American Heart Association CPR certification

Benefits

  • Competitive benefits package
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid leave
  • 11 paid holidays a year
  • Pension plan
  • Deferred compensation plan
  • On-site fitness centers
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • On-site medical staff
  • Wellness program
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