Community Paramedic (CP-C, Paramedic)
Location: Richmond, Virginia
Job Type: Contingent
Company: Optigy Group
Salary: $30
Category: Allied Health Professional
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The Community Paramedic (CP-C, Paramedic) plays a vital role in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care directly to individuals in their homes. This innovative healthcare model is designed to support senior patients and those with complex medical needs, helping them optimize their health and remain safely at home while reducing unnecessary hospital visits. As a Community Paramedic, you will collaborate with multidisciplinary care teams, including virtual providers, to provide comprehensive assessments, interventions, and ongoing support in a flexible part-time role. This position offers the opportunity to work autonomously, build meaningful patient relationships, and contribute to a mission-driven organization dedicated to value-based care.
The Community Paramedic (CP-C, Paramedic) in Richmond, VA, is responsible for providing in-home clinical care, supporting telemedicine visits, and coordinating with other healthcare providers and community resources. This is an excellent opportunity for those seeking a better work-life balance, autonomy, and the chance to make a significant difference in the lives of patients, particularly seniors who benefit from accessible, compassionate care in their own environment. Working in Richmond, VA, offers a vibrant community with diverse healthcare needs, making this role both impactful and rewarding.
This part-time position is ideal for experienced paramedics passionate about working in an evolving healthcare landscape and committed to delivering care outside traditional settings. The Community Paramedic (CP-C, Paramedic) role combines in-home visits with telemedicine support, emphasizing preventative care, health maintenance, and acute interventions when necessary. If you are ready to advance your career in a flexible, field-based environment, we encourage you to apply now by clicking the application button below.
Community Paramedic (CP-C, Paramedic) - Summary- Deliver in-home, patient-centered care focusing on seniors and those with complex needs
- Collaborate with a virtual care team and healthcare providers
- Promote health, safety, and independence through proactive interventions
- Flexible part-time schedule supporting work-life balance
- Field-based role with a combination of direct care and telemedicine
- Conduct thorough in-home patient assessments and clinical evaluations to determine health status and identify medical needs
- Obtain vital signs, perform EKGs, and administer point-of-care testing as indicated
- Support and facilitate telemedicine and virtual provider visits to enhance patient access to comprehensive care
- Administer intramuscular (IM) and intravenous (IV) medications and perform basic clinical procedures within the paramedic scope of practice
- Develop and coordinate care plans with healthcare providers, ensuring seamless communication and effective care delivery
- Identify and address barriers impacting patient health and safety, including social determinants of health and environmental factors
- Coordinate with EMS, hospitals, and community resources to ensure continuity of care and appropriate referrals
- Maintain accurate, timely documentation of all patient interactions and interventions
- Participate in ongoing training and professional development
- Competitive hourly pay structure
- Flexible part-time schedule, approximately 20 hours per week
- One weekend shift per month
- Monthly car allowance to support field-based responsibilities
- Autonomous work environment with support from a collaborative team
- Mission-driven organization focused on improving patient outcomes, particularly for seniors
- Current, unrestricted Paramedic license
- BLS (Basic Life Support) and ALS (Advanced Life Support) certifications required
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
- 5+ years of experience in EMS, Community Paramedicine, or Mobile Integrated Health preferred
- Experience working with geriatric populations, telemedicine, or home-based care strongly preferred
- CP-C (Community Paramedic Certification) required within 18 months of hire
- Demonstrates clinical expertise and a patient-focused approach in a home-care setting
- Strong communication and collaboration skills with virtual and in-person care teams
- Comfortable working autonomously and making independent clinical judgments
- Detail-oriented with excellent documentation and organizational abilities
- Passionate about value-based care and improving outcomes for seniors and vulnerable populations
- This position is based in Richmond, VA, offering the unique opportunity to serve a diverse community with a range of healthcare needs
- Applicants must be committed to ongoing professional growth and maintaining required certifications
- The Community Paramedic (CP-C, Paramedic) role supports the organization's mission to deliver accessible, high-quality care outside of traditional hospital settings
- If you are ready to make a meaningful difference and take your career to the next level, please click the job application button to apply now