Advanced Care Paramedic 911 - Full Time 40hrs/week

Our organization stands as a prominent integrated healthcare system, merging the strengths of academic and community health services to provide outstanding, interconnected, and accessible care experiences for individuals throughout Massachusetts. With a workforce exceeding 15,000 dedicated employees and caregivers, we encompass a variety of facilities, including a major medical center, community hospitals, an extensive home care network, and a large clinically integrated physician network.

Why Choose Us? At our organization, we are more than just a healthcare system; we are a community filled with some of the brightest minds and most compassionate hearts in the field. We blend academic advancements with empathy and community spirit. If this resonates with you, we would love for you to join our team.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting from day one
• 403(b) retirement plan with company matching
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities
• Complimentary on-site parking
• Career advancement possibilities

Location: Lowell General Hospital - 295 Varnum Avenue - Lowell, MA

Hours: 40 hours per week - Days/Evenings/Nights - Rotating Weekends and Holidays

This role involves an allied health professional dedicated to delivering advanced emergency and non-emergency medical care to critical and emergent patients, utilizing an expanded scope of practice and medication formulary. The position requires a deep understanding of patient care during both emergency and non-emergency medical transport. As part of a comprehensive mobile integrated response team, you will operate under medical supervision, conducting thorough assessments and utilizing available diagnostics to collaborate with medical control physicians. This collaboration aims to determine suitable treatments and management strategies for patients with acute and chronic conditions, ultimately reducing the need for emergency department visits and hospital admissions. You will respond to patient care needs, make appropriate referrals, and educate patients and their families about their medical conditions. Additionally, you will conduct patient care visits while maintaining real-time communication with board-certified emergency physicians or the attending physician, working cooperatively within the healthcare system to ensure quality care delivery.

• Completion of an accredited Paramedic program
• Nationally Registered Paramedic certification
• Massachusetts Paramedic certification
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification
• Valid Massachusetts driver’s license
• Minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience

The following duties outline the general nature of the work and are not exhaustive; additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed:

• Adhere to performance improvement clinical benchmarks
• Handle phone communications professionally
• Complete required patient care documentation in the electronic medical record systems
• Utilize safety equipment and avoid hazards
• Correctly follow clinical protocols, plans, policies, and physician orders
• Participate in peer review quality assurance and department rounds as requested
• Attend a minimum of six (6) department rounds annually unless exempted
• Exhibit effective scene management and leadership, adhering to Incident Command System (ICS) protocols
• Efficiently follow operational procedures to maximize resource utilization
• Demonstrate positive teamwork and initiative during EMS operations
• Collaborate professionally with allied health and public safety personnel
• Perform lab draws as ordered and document in the hospital EMR (Epic)
• Maintain supplies and ensure cleanliness of equipment on mobile units
• Conduct procedures such as 12 Lead EKG, simple dressings, wound care, and assist with activities of daily living (ADL) in various settings
• Complete all necessary training within one year of employment to operate within an expanded scope of practice, including advanced procedures and chronic disease management techniques

For over 125 years, Lowell General has proudly served the Greater Lowell community. We combine the high-quality care of a leading medical center with the warmth of a community hospital recognized multiple times for excellence. As part of our team, you will join over 3,000 dedicated care providers committed to delivering comprehensive, connected care when and where patients need it most.

At our organization, we strive to ensure that every individual feels valued for their unique skills and experiences. Our compensation philosophy aims to provide fair and competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates talented individuals while recognizing the vital contributions you make daily.

The base salary ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for this role. Individual compensation offers are determined through a thorough evaluation of relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure fairness and alignment with our organizational goals.

In addition to base pay, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career development—one of the many ways we invest in your success both professionally and personally.

$32.50 - $36.61