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Paramedic- Utah State Hospital
State of Utah
250 Health & Human Services
Location
Utah, 84129
Salary
From $25.04
per hour
Type
Full Time
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Job Description
Summary
This job involves working as a paramedic at the Utah State Hospital, where you'll provide medical care like giving medications and monitoring patients with mental illnesses in a supportive team environment.
It's ideal for licensed paramedics who enjoy helping people with diverse needs and want to contribute to a mission-driven healthcare setting.
The role offers a sign-on bonus, strong benefits, and a beautiful campus location near Provo.
Key Requirements
- Current valid Paramedic license from the Utah Office of Emergency Medical Services and Preparedness
- Pass a criminal history check
- Administer medications and treatments using the Medication Administration Record
- Document medication administration and manage controlled substance counts
- Complete patient assessments and provide monitoring
- Coordinate with the treatment team and follow policies and procedures
Full Job Description
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The Utah State Hospital is looking for skilled Paramedics to join our team. At Utah State Hospital, Paramedics will work as part of our professional treatment team to offer compassionate care to patients with mental illnesses with a wide range of ages and abilities.
Now offering a $2000 sign on bonus for new full time Paramedics!
(Payments will be paid out by the first six months of employment after signing a year commitment contact)
Minimum qualifications:
- A current valid Paramedic license from the Utah Office of Emergency Medical Services and Preparedness.
- You must pass a criminal history check.
Typical duties:
- Utilize the Medication Administration Record to administer medications and treatments to patients.
- Document medication administration and manage controlled substance counts during shift.
- Complete patient assessments and provide patient monitoring as indicated.
- Document in an accurate and timely manner.
- Coordinate with the treatment team.
- Follow policies and procedures while providing care.
Why You Should Join Our Team
This is more than just a job; it is an opportunity to apply your specialized skills in a mission-driven environment. You will be a valued member of a team dedicated to supporting one of Utah's most important healthcare institutions. In addition to a competitive salary, the State of Utah provides a comprehensive benefits package to support you and your family.- Health Insurance: Multiple medical plan options, including a High Deductible Health Plan with an associated Health Savings Account. Opt-out cash benefit available.
- Dental & Vision: Multiple dental and vision plan options available.
- Paid Leave: Accrue 4 hours of annual leave and 4 hours of sick leave per pay period, with accrual rates increasing with state longevity. 12 paid holidays per year.
- Retirement: A generous 10% employer contribution to your Utah Retirement Systems (URS) account (Tier II). Options include a Pension/401(k) Hybrid Plan or a Defined Contribution Plan.
Additional Benefits:
Access to a UTA Bus Pass.
Cafeteria on site with meals, snacks and drinks available for purchase.
Access to the Utah State Hospital Disc Golf Course.
Access to comfort rooms while on campus, as well as other mental wellness benefits.
The Agency
We are a mission-driven, state-of-the-art inpatient psychiatric facility, fully accredited from the Joint Commission and Centers for Medicaid and Medicare, certifying the high quality of the Hospital's environment and treatment programs. Our beautiful campus is situated at the base of the Wasatch Mountains in Provo, Utah, conveniently close to several Universities, great housing options in wonderful neighborhoods, and all the best recreation Utah Valley has to offer. For more detailed information about the Utah State Hospital, our treatment programs and philosophy, we invite you to browse our WEBSITE.
Additional Information
- Risks which require the use of special safety precautions and/or equipment, e.g., working around operating machines, working with contagious diseases or hazardous chemicals, etc.
- Work requires physical exertion. May require the ability to stand; walk over rough surfaces; bend, crouch, stoop, stretch, reach, lift moderately heavy items (up to 50 lbs.) in a recurring manner and/or for long periods of time.
Division of Human Resource Management rules and Department of Health and Human Services policies regarding promotions and transfers apply to current employees.
The Utah State Hospital is a smoke free environment; no E-cigarettes or tobacco use is allowed on campus.
Utah State Hospital employees must pass both pre-employment and routine background checks.
Only applicants that meet minimum qualifications will be contacted.
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