Critical Care Paramedic

Lifelineamb; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Lifelineamb in Chicago is seeking a Critical Care Paramedic (CCP) to provide ICU-level care during inter-facility transport for critically ill patients. Responsibilities include ventilator management, advanced airway maintenance, and collaboration with healthcare teams to ensure patient safety. Candidates must have an active Illinois Paramedic license and complete certifications. Join a dedicated team committed to providing exceptional patient care during critical situations.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Paramedic program mandatory.
• Active Illinois Paramedic license required.
• Valid driver's license and medical certifications (ACLS, PALS, etc.) are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive critical care during patient transport.
• Collaborate with critical care nurses for patient care plans.
• Maintain unit readiness, cleanliness, and supply levels.

Skills

Critical Care Management

Advanced Airway Maintenance

Cardiac Monitoring

Patient Care Planning

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Completion of accredited Paramedic program

Tools

Cardiac Monitors

Ventilators

IV Pumps

Job description

As a Critical Care Paramedic (CCP), you'll provide advanced inter-facility transport for critically ill or injured patients, often working alongside critical care nurses, respiratory therapists, or other advanced practitioners to deliver ICU-level care during transport.

Core Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive critical care during patient transport, including ventilator management, advanced airway maintenance, IV medication administration, infusion therapies, and cardiac monitoring.
• Use and manage cardiac monitors, ventilators, and IV pumps.
• Collaborate with critical care nurses and online medical control physicians to develop and execute patient care plans.
• Maintain unit readiness, including cleanliness and supply levels for critical care transports.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED required; completion of an accredited Paramedic program mandatory.
• Active Illinois Paramedic license, Critical Care Paramedic (CCP) certification or equivalent, if required by Illinois regulations.
• Valid driver's license, EVOC, ACLS, PALS, PHTLS, ITLS, NRP.