Critical Care Paramedic - Full Time at Adventure Medics in Bend, OR

About Adventure Medics

Adventure Medics is a rapidly growing organization based in Bend, Oregon. We are looking for a Critical Care Paramedic or Nurse with EMS Certification to join our Critical Care ground transport team.

Come work where you play! From biking, kayaking, fishing, climbing, and concerts, Central Oregon has it all. Rated 4th most up and coming city, Bend is an outdoor mecca with over 300 days of sunshine!

Location: Bend, OR

Website: www.advmedics.com

Supervisor: Alec Leetch

Position Type: Full Time

Starting Pay Rate: $102,000 to $121,000/year DOE

Why us?

• Unique sprint car program where CC personnel are assigned a sprint vehicle so they can quickly respond to Critical Care calls in the Central OR area. They can arrive bedside early as the next available ambulance meets them on site or take a dedicated critical care ambulance
• While a part of our IFT team the CC team stands ready for incoming CC/Bariatric calls and only takes ALS calls when the system is overburdened
• Excellent shift schedule of 2 days on with 5 days off
• Two provider system with option to pull in third rider as needed from IFT team
• Manageable call volume
• Cross training and opportunities for shifts in event and educational divisions
• Crew quarters- Brand new station is being built, including gym, multiple showers, break room, cozy furniture, snack bar, Simulation Room, BBQ pit, Theater Room, individual bedrooms
• LP15, Hamilton T1 Ventilator, Airvo High Flow, Power load/stretchers, Halo Respirators, Multi Sapphire transport IV Pumps, Video Laryngoscope, and many more
• Opportunities for paid training
• Housing & Relocation assistance

Benefits:

Full-time (in addition to above)

• Vacation - 48 hours after 1 year, escalating with service length
• Medical and dental health plans available after 60 days
• $150 Vision reimbursement
• $50,000 Group life Insurance, AD&D, and LTD
• 401(k) Retirement plan
• Voluntary accident insurance
• Recognized holidays
• Bereavement leave
• Education stipend
• Health & well-being reimbursement
• Employee assistance programs

Role and Responsibilities:

The following list contains the daily operations and responsibilities of the Critical Care Provider position.

• Attend morning Safety Briefings

• Daily readiness checks and addresses issues with transport equipment and supplies as needed

• Provide Critical Care emergency services during transport

• Coordinate and communicate with medical facilities and Dispatch

• Administer medications and use specialized medical equipment

• Monitor and assess the patient's condition throughout the Transport

• Perform life-saving interventions when necessary

• Document all care provided during transport for medical records

• Participate in ongoing training and simulation exercises

• Ensure medical equipment and supplies are well-maintained and stocked

• Assist in patient loading and unloading with safety always a priority

• Work closely with EMT’s and fellow Paramedics to ensure the overall safety of the mission

• Shared administrative duties including but not limited to QA/QI program, Training/FTO program, and protocol auditing and creation

• Community Partner Outreach

• Active role with various internal and external committees and meetings

• Supervision of BLS and ALS providers and documenting performance evaluations

• Assisting with interviewing, onboarding, and training new hires

• Developing and maintaining relationships with vendors and partners

Critical Care Qualifications and Skills:

• Previous experience in air medical or critical care transport

• Advanced certifications such as FP-C or CCP-C, CCEMT, CFRN

• Skills in crisis resource management, and ability to intervene in stressful situations

• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

• Familiarity with ambulance transport, medical equipment and protocols

• Physical fitness to manage the demands of the job

• Certified Paramedic with a current license in the state

• Minimum of 3-5 years' experience in emergency medical services

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification

• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification

• Trauma certification such as PHTLS or ITLS

• Ability to work irregular hours and in various weather conditions

• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills

• Capability to work in challenging environments and mitigate possible austere medical situations

• Clean driving record