What are the responsibilities and job description for the EMT or Paramedic (In-Home Care) - Lynn, MA (Full Time) position at Gather Health?
About
Medical Technician Partner Gather Health is a collective of outreach partners, care partners, clinicians and, most importantly, patient partners who work together to reshape lives and communities. We bring hands-on social and medical care to our patients and work around their needs, both within our care facilities and in their homes. We work alongside local leaders to build communities and provide tailored care experiences that serve the seniors that live within them. When we Gather, we show love, compassion, community, and care. This role is about providing in-home care and support for our patients and being the eyes, ears, and the hands of our medical teams in the home. The individual will work collaboratively with our primary care providers, Gather Guide Partners, and clinic administrators, as part of the care-team model. The MTP will play a significant role in our ability to provide the best care and support possible with a deep sense of commitment and compassion – and ultimately achieve our vision of creating equity in healthcare. The day-to-day duties will vary, depending on the needs of our patients. Some of the day-to-day duties will include but are not limited to:
Providing in-home care and support for our senior patients and serving as their clinical liaison with our primary care providers Performing approximately six to eight home visits per day and addressing acute medical decompensation or provide routine clinical care including phlebotomy and point of care testing (EKGs, UAs, INRs, respiratory swabs, etc.) Check in and organize an inpatient or ED admission avoidance plan Conduct social visits with their patients in their homes Make outbound calls to patients to check in on health status Leverage and access medical control through the Clinical Medical Director as needed to deliver care Utilize Electronic Health Record (Athena) to review patient appointments, charts, and document notes Additional duties as assigned
Requirements
We offer flexible schedules for Partners to fit your needs - 4 or 5 days per week for full time positions. The requirements for this position include:
Minimum of 1 year of experience working as an EMT or direct patient care Active certification as an EMT-B, EMT-A, or Paramedic in Massachusetts Active certification in AHA or Red Cross Healthcare Provider CPR Active unrestricted US driver's license Ability to work for any employer in the United States
Preferred, Nice-to-haves For This Position Include
Experience working with the senior populations, particularly with complex social needs Experience with basic office tools such as email, Outlook calendar, etc. Strong verbal, written, and reading comprehension skills in English Secondary language capabilities Active certification as a Phlebotomy Technician
The traits of someone most likely to succeed in this role include:
Compassionate – they treat people with kindness Patient – they are not easily frustrated or flustered Nonjudgmental – they tend to give others the benefit of the doubt Understanding – they "get" that everyone has their unique struggles Helpful – they get their fulfillment by adding value to other people's lives Friendly – people enjoy their company Outgoing – they tend to enjoy mingling with others and getting to know new people Relatable – naturally makes human connections with their warmth, humor, and demeanor Positive – sees glass as is half full vs. half empty Creative – looks for new ways to do things better Organized – manages time effectively and operates efficiently Reliable – takes responsibilities seriously and always shows up on time
Gather Health delivers Social Primary Care to older adults. Through our unique and differentiated care model and proprietary technology, Gather Health's solution drives substantial care outcomes by addressing the whole person needs of our target demographic: older, dual eligible adults, the fastest growing government segment. To address the needs of these clinically and socially complex patients, Gather Health's Social Primary Care solution is comprehensive and wholistic in nature, encompassing care and community within the four walls of Gather Health Centers and in the homes of its patients. Gather's model achieves superior care by individualizing care and is reinforced by a three-prong approach: a unique care model quarterbacked by PCPs and supported by multi-disciplinary care teams, tailored Social Care Plans that are led by Gather Guides and facilitated by deeply rooted community partners, and a proprietary "Tech Enabled Home Model." Founded in 2022 and born out of the Healthcare Foundry Portfolio, Gather Health is addressing a $1 trillion market in primary care for older adults. Today, Gather Health operates in Massachusetts and is working with a multitude of payer partners on aligning value-based care economics to deliver integrated care. Gather's leadership team has a track record of building and scaling innovative primary care platforms focused on vulnerable populations, including VillageMD and Commonwealth Care Alliance. Gather has raised $30M backed by Maverick Ventures, Khosla, and HC9 Ventures. We are committed to supporting every aspect of your life by offering a total rewards package designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance:
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision with day-one eligibility Company-paid Life, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability insurance 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting Generous PTO that increases with tenure and 11 paid company holidays Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and supplemental benefit options
Medical Technician Partner Gather Health is a collective of outreach partners, care partners, clinicians and, most importantly, patient partners who work together to reshape lives and communities. We bring hands-on social and medical care to our patients and work around their needs, both within our care facilities and in their homes. We work alongside local leaders to build communities and provide tailored care experiences that serve the seniors that live within them. When we Gather, we show love, compassion, community, and care. This role is about providing in-home care and support for our patients and being the eyes, ears, and the hands of our medical teams in the home. The individual will work collaboratively with our primary care providers, Gather Guide Partners, and clinic administrators, as part of the care-team model. The MTP will play a significant role in our ability to provide the best care and support possible with a deep sense of commitment and compassion – and ultimately achieve our vision of creating equity in healthcare. The day-to-day duties will vary, depending on the needs of our patients. Some of the day-to-day duties will include but are not limited to:
Providing in-home care and support for our senior patients and serving as their clinical liaison with our primary care providers Performing approximately six to eight home visits per day and addressing acute medical decompensation or provide routine clinical care including phlebotomy and point of care testing (EKGs, UAs, INRs, respiratory swabs, etc.) Check in and organize an inpatient or ED admission avoidance plan Conduct social visits with their patients in their homes Make outbound calls to patients to check in on health status Leverage and access medical control through the Clinical Medical Director as needed to deliver care Utilize Electronic Health Record (Athena) to review patient appointments, charts, and document notes Additional duties as assigned
Requirements
We offer flexible schedules for Partners to fit your needs - 4 or 5 days per week for full time positions. The requirements for this position include:
Minimum of 1 year of experience working as an EMT or direct patient care Active certification as an EMT-B, EMT-A, or Paramedic in Massachusetts Active certification in AHA or Red Cross Healthcare Provider CPR Active unrestricted US driver's license Ability to work for any employer in the United States
Preferred, Nice-to-haves For This Position Include
Experience working with the senior populations, particularly with complex social needs Experience with basic office tools such as email, Outlook calendar, etc. Strong verbal, written, and reading comprehension skills in English Secondary language capabilities Active certification as a Phlebotomy Technician
The traits of someone most likely to succeed in this role include:
Compassionate – they treat people with kindness Patient – they are not easily frustrated or flustered Nonjudgmental – they tend to give others the benefit of the doubt Understanding – they "get" that everyone has their unique struggles Helpful – they get their fulfillment by adding value to other people's lives Friendly – people enjoy their company Outgoing – they tend to enjoy mingling with others and getting to know new people Relatable – naturally makes human connections with their warmth, humor, and demeanor Positive – sees glass as is half full vs. half empty Creative – looks for new ways to do things better Organized – manages time effectively and operates efficiently Reliable – takes responsibilities seriously and always shows up on time
Gather Health delivers Social Primary Care to older adults. Through our unique and differentiated care model and proprietary technology, Gather Health's solution drives substantial care outcomes by addressing the whole person needs of our target demographic: older, dual eligible adults, the fastest growing government segment. To address the needs of these clinically and socially complex patients, Gather Health's Social Primary Care solution is comprehensive and wholistic in nature, encompassing care and community within the four walls of Gather Health Centers and in the homes of its patients. Gather's model achieves superior care by individualizing care and is reinforced by a three-prong approach: a unique care model quarterbacked by PCPs and supported by multi-disciplinary care teams, tailored Social Care Plans that are led by Gather Guides and facilitated by deeply rooted community partners, and a proprietary "Tech Enabled Home Model." Founded in 2022 and born out of the Healthcare Foundry Portfolio, Gather Health is addressing a $1 trillion market in primary care for older adults. Today, Gather Health operates in Massachusetts and is working with a multitude of payer partners on aligning value-based care economics to deliver integrated care. Gather's leadership team has a track record of building and scaling innovative primary care platforms focused on vulnerable populations, including VillageMD and Commonwealth Care Alliance. Gather has raised $30M backed by Maverick Ventures, Khosla, and HC9 Ventures. We are committed to supporting every aspect of your life by offering a total rewards package designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance:
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision with day-one eligibility Company-paid Life, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability insurance 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting Generous PTO that increases with tenure and 11 paid company holidays Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and supplemental benefit options