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Last Updated: 10/15/19

Job Description

Aspirus was recently recognized as one of the top 15 Health Systems in the United States by IBM Watson in their annual study identifying the top-performing health systems in the country, based on overall organizational performance. It's an exciting time to join our growing organization! Our system and service area extends from beautiful central and northern Wisconsin into the majestic lake shore regions of the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. We have 8 hospitals and over 55 primary care/specialty clinics.

This occasional Paramedic position will be based in Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin.

JOB SUMMARY

Under the direction and supervision of the EMS/MedEvac Operations Manager, this Paramedic position is responsible for providing safe, comprehensive care to critically ill and/or injured patients of all ages. Care is provided in the pre-hospital setting and during inter-facility transports by understanding and applying the specialized principles and techniques of transport paramedic practice, emergency procedures and diagnostics.

Schedule of varied 12 & 24 hour shifts, call as scheduled and weekend rotation.

EDUCATION

  • Knowledge of emergency patient care standards and practices normally acquired through completion of an accredited Paramedic program.

EXPERIENCE

  • Minimum of 1 year (3 years preferred) current field experience in a busy 911/pre-hospital service for ground critical care transport and intercepts.
  • Minimum 3 years' current field experience in a busy 911/pre-hospital service for flight. Flight or transport experience preferred.

REQUIRED

  • Active Wisconsin Paramedic Certification for Wisconsin bases.
  • Active Michigan Paramedic Certification for Michigan bases.
  • Dual Paramedic licensure in Wiconsin and Michigan required upon completion of hire/orientation.
  • Current CPR certification or obtained within 90 days of hire

DRIVER'S LICENSE REQUIRED

  • Possesses a valid Wisconsin Driver's License required if Wisconsin based.
  • Possesses a valid Michigan Driver's License required if Michigan based.

OTHER

  • State of Wisconsin Critical Care Endorsement within one year of hire if Wisconsin based.
  • Must maintain CPR and all certifications as stated in the MedEvac Scope of Service.
  • Must pass pre-employment physical and drug screenings.
  • Possesses effective human relations skills required for interfacing with all levels of personnel and external customers.
  • Possesses basic computer skills for email, electronic charting, etc.
  • FP-C within 24 months of hire (flight Paramedics only).
  • Must pass annual hearing test (flight Paramedics only).
  • Must meet and maintain flight ready personal weight limit according to aircraft restrictions (flight Paramedics only)

Company Details

Wausau, Wisconsin, United States
Aspirus is a non-profit, community-directed health system based in Wausau, Wisconsin. With more than 7,700 employees, Aspirus serves communities throughout northern and central Wisconsin, as well as the western Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The integrated system includes four hospitals in Michigan and four hospitals in Wisconsin, 50 clinics, home health and hospice care, pharmacies, critical care a...