Job Description

Paramedic (EMT-P)

Essential Healthcare Solutions is seeking a skilled and compassionate Paramedic (EMT-P) to provide high-quality emergency and non-emergency medical care during night shift operations at our low-acuity outpatient clinic in the U.S. Virgin Islands. The Paramedic will assess patients, provide advanced life support when needed, and support the clinic’s mission of delivering safe, efficient, patient-centered care under the direction of the Clinic Medical Director.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide advanced pre-hospital and clinical emergency medical care within scope of practice
• Assess patient condition through physical exams, history taking, and vital signs monitoring
• Perform advanced airway management, IV therapy, cardiac monitoring, and medication administration per protocols
• Respond promptly to patient emergencies within the clinic setting
• Assist in triage, stabilizing, and transferring patients when higher levels of care are required
• Collaborate with RNs, physicians, and clinic staff to ensure coordinated patient care
• Document all patient encounters accurately and timely in the electronic medical record (EMR)
• Follow established clinic protocols, standing orders, and medical direction
• Maintain cleanliness, readiness, and restocking of emergency and clinical equipment
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, HIPAA, and clinic safety standards
• Participate in quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives

Required Qualifications:

• Current Paramedic (EMT-P) certification/licensure in good standing
• Current BLS, ACLS certifications (PALS preferred)
• Minimum 1–2 years of paramedic experience (emergency or clinical setting preferred)
• Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills
• Ability to work independently during night shift operations
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Proficiency with EMR systems preferred

Work Environment:

• Low-acuity outpatient clinic setting in the U.S. Virgin Islands
• Night shift schedule (may include weekends/holidays as needed)
• Fast-paced but controlled clinical environment with emergency response readiness

Core Competencies:

• Patient-centered care
• Critical thinking under pressure
• Professionalism and accountability
• Adaptability in a clinical startup environment
• Strong interpersonal communication

Pay Rate: $23.00-$25.00 per hour

Essential HealthCare Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate in hiring based on sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Accommodation requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from Human Resources.