Crit Care Transport Paramedic
- Parkview Health
- Fort Wayne, IN, USA
Job Description
Summary
This position is eligible for a sign on bonus.
Summary
The paramedic has the responsibility and accountability for assuring the delivery of interhospital and intrahospital care to patients of all ages using proper techniques and following the standards of care as established by Indiana Department of Homeland Security - EMS Division, and the Parkview Health EMS Medical Director(s). Additionally, the Critical Care Transport Paramedic will be required to assist nursing staff, physicians and other healthcare providers in giving adequate care to patients in the ECC.
Education
High school diploma or GED required. Additional post high school education desirable.
Licensure/Certification
Meets Indiana State Paramedic guidelines and hold a valid state paramedic cert/license. Valid driver's license. Must be certified BLS and ACLS Must obtain PHTLS, BTLS or ITLS within one year of employment Must have PALS or PEPP within one year of employment Must have CEVO II, CEVO III or EVOC within 6 months of hire
Experience
Two years experience as a paramedic with an ambulance service is required.
Other Qualifications
Must meet insurability requirements under Parkview Health vehicle and liability insurance policies, without a "driver exclusion", and/or other insurance modifications and/or high risk classification. Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills. Meets the physical requirements of the position. Must attend staff meetings as required or requested by Director Flight/EMS Services Must attend 80% of monthly grand rounds for full time coworker, prorated for part-time coworker. Must attend bi-annual critical skills labs Must attend bi-annual recurrent safety training Must maintain local, state and federal training requirements
Parkview is 14,000 strong
Parkview Health is a not-for-profit, community-based health system serving northeast Indiana and northwest Ohio. Our mission is to improve health and inspire well-being in the communities we serve. As the region’s largest employer, Parkview Health employees more than 14,000 co-workers and includes 10 hospitals with an extensive network of primary care and specialty care physicians. We strive to embrace diversity and inclusion among our co-workers and offer a range of resources to advance you in your personal and professional journey. Our physicians, leaders and co-workers work together to create an excellent experience for every person, every day. With multiple non-clinical and clinical employment opportunities, you are sure to find your passion and discover your life-changing career today within the Parkview Health system.
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A culture that just feels right.
At Parkview, we are known for our quality of care, innovation and collaboration among all care team members. Our culture can be seen and felt when walking through our front door and continues into the clinical care areas and administrative offices. Our nurses and leadership display shared values, friendliness, genuine compassion and a dedication to providing excellent care to every person, every day. But this caring continues beyond our doors as well. As a mission-driven, not-for-profit health system, Parkview also gives back to the community. Each year, we sponsor numerous outreach initiatives to address the health priorities of our region. Because at Parkview, we believe in better – not just for patients, but for the entire community.