Paramedic

Company: Mayo Clinic
Location: Ledyard
Posted on: June 25, 2022

Job Description:

Why Mayo Clinic
Mayo Clinic Ambulance Service is an advanced life support service that provides high-quality emergency medical care at the scene of traumatic or medical emergencies, or during transport to and between medical facilities, becoming the lifesaving link between early medical response and arrival at the most appropriate medical facility. Responding to more than 100,000 calls for service each year. As part of our total rewards package for employees, Mayo Clinic provides a comprehensive selection of benefits, including relocation assistance, to meet the needs of you and your family

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Position description
The Paramedic is responsible for delivering and administering high quality care and transportation to ill and injured persons. The Paramedic must demonstrate clinical competency and compassion in providing for the physical and emotional needs of patients. The Paramedic must have excellent judgment and be able to prioritize decisions and act quickly in the best interest of the patient, must be self-disciplined, able to develop patient rapport, interview hostile patients, maintain safe distance, and recognize and utilize communication unique to diverse multicultural groups and ages within those groups. Must be able to function independently at optimum level in a non-structured environment that is constantly changing.

Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent (GED).

Additional qualifications
Experience as an Paramedic as well as an associate or baccalaureate degree in Paramedicine are preferred. Must be proficient in English; must have the ability to read, write and speak English.

License or certification
Current certification as a Nationally Registered Paramedic as well as current Minnesota and/or Wisconsin Paramedic licensure/certification. Current American Heart Association Health Care Provider CPR certification and ACLS. Current ITLS or PHTLS and PALS certifications or must be obtained with 6 months of hire. Must have and maintain a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record in accordance with Mayo Clinic policy.

Exemption status
Non-exempt

Compensation Detail
$24.03 - $35.62 / hour

Benefits eligible
Yes

Schedule
Full Time

Hours / Pay period
72

Schedule details
72 hours/pay period.

Weekend schedule
Typically every other weekend.

International Assignment
No

Site description
Fairmont, known as the "City of Lakes," is located in the south central part of Minnesota, just two hours south of the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro and one hour south of Mankato, Minnesota. An exceptional lifestyle awaits you in Fairmont's friendly small town atmosphere with amenities truly unique for cities of its size. Fairmont offers outstanding four-season recreational activities and many other quality of life characteristics for the whole family including a safe & friendly community with exceptional school systems. The population is around 12,000 with a patient population base of around 60,000. For more information, visit www.visitfairmontmn.com

Recruiter
Tammy Pfeifer

EOE
As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.

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