Critical Care Paramedic (CCT)

Superior Ambulance Service, Inc.; Janesville (WI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking emergency medical services provider as a Critical Care Paramedic. This role offers the chance to provide high-quality care in critical situations, collaborate with a dedicated team, and make a significant impact on patient outcomes. With flexible scheduling options and opportunities for career growth, you can advance your professional journey while ensuring the safety and well-being of those in need. Embrace the challenge of working in a dynamic environment where your skills and dedication truly matter. If you're ready to elevate your career in emergency medical services, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Flexible scheduling

Competitive compensation

Health/dental/life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Opportunity for Career Growth

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of ALS experience required.
• State EMT-P License and AHA BLS Certification are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality care to patients during transport.
• Evaluate critically ill patients and perform emergency interventions.

Skills

Advanced Life Support (ALS)

Patient Assessment

Effective Communication

Emergency Intervention

Education

State EMT-P License

AHA BLS Certification

Tools

Ventilators

IV Pumps

Chest Tubes

Job description

Overview

Superior Ambulance Service

CCT Paramedic

Openings in multiple locations: Oshkosh, Kaukauna, Fond Du Lac, Menomonee Falls, Green Bay, Fitchburg, Milwaukee, Mount Pleasant, Janesville, Oak Creek, and Elkhorn.

Superior Ambulance Service started in 1959 with one ambulance and today is the largest independent, locally owned, and operated emergency medical services provider in the Midwest. Superior employs more than 2,500 licensed EMTs, Paramedics, and Nurses, operating a fleet of more than 500 ambulances throughout Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Michigan, and Wisconsin. Superior also provides Critical Care, helicopter, and fixed-wing emergency medical transportation.

EMTs and Paramedics provide safe transportation and quality medical care to sick and injured individuals within the scope of state EMS regulations. Superior provides the highest quality care in emergencies and scheduled medical transports.

Responsibilities

The primary duties and responsibilities of the Critical Care Paramedic consist of, but are not limited to the following:

• Provide high quality care to patients in the transport environment under the direction of the Program Medical Director and the referring and/or receiving Physician in accordance with Critical Care policies, protocols, and standards of care.
• Autonomously evaluate critically ill or injured patients of all age groups (pediatric through adult), provide therapeutic intervention, emergency interventions, and preparation for transport (via ground or helicopter) from hospitals or accident scenes.
• Collaborate with other members of the team, including drivers, coworkers, leadership, other healthcare partners, and customers.
• Assess for and detect changes in the status of patients and demonstrate a proactive approach to solving patient and family problems.
• Plan, organize, and position equipment and supplies for use in emergency conditions before, during, and after transport.
• Maintain complete and accurate records, participate in quality assurance programs, perform data collection, and participate in any special projects.
• Maintain clinical proficiency across all aspects of the Critical Care Division’s scope of practice including care of patients with neurological emergencies, cardiac emergencies, pediatric emergencies, obstetrical emergencies, traumatic emergencies, and any other patient populations transported by the Critical Care Division.
• Perform all physical requirements of the job in confined spaces and under adverse environmental conditions.
• Complete transports initiated within the time frame of the scheduled shift, understanding that completion of these transports might require extending beyond normal work hours.
• Participate in all required didactic, clinical, and lab education programs and maintenance of all required certifications and licenses.
• Maintain clinical competency in all critical care procedures and equipment, including but not limited to ventilators, IV pumps, dopplers, chest tubes, hemodynamic monitoring, Intra-Aortic Balloon Pumps, ventricular assist devices, Impella cardiac assist devices, transcutaneous/transvenous pacers, external ventricular drains, and advanced airway management.
• Complete and maintain currency in all areas of safety education as required by Superior Ambulance, contracted aviation operators, and other healthcare partners.
• Demonstrate effective communication skills with all external and internal customers, including patients and their families, hospital staff, the community, other Superior Ambulance staff, and Critical Care administration. Represents the CCT program and Superior Ambulance in a professional manner.

Qualifications

ENTRY-LEVEL QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

• Minimum 2 years of ALS experience
• State EMT-P License
• AHA BLS Certification
• Possess a valid driver's license, satisfactory driving record, and must be able to safely operate a vehicle in various conditions, including daytime, nighttime, and inclement weather.

DESIRED

• National Registry Paramedic
• ACLS, PALS, NRP, & Trauma (PHTLS, ITLS) Certification
• FEMA Certifications (100,200,700,800,HazMat)
• CCEMTP Certification or completion of CCP course with 12 hrs CCT CE annually
• Critical Care Transport Board Certification (FP-C or CCP-C)
• Experience managing ventilators, IV pumps, & chest tubes
• Leadership experience (e.g., FTO, PIC, Preceptor, Supervisor)

EXPECTATIONS FOR FURTHER TRAINING (SPONSORED)

• ACLS, PALS, NRP, Trauma (PHTLS or ITLS), & FEMA (100,200,700,800,HazMat) Certifications
• System entry into local EMS System
• Expanded Scope ALS Training Program
• Critical Care Paramedic Training Program (CCP or CCEMTP)
• Critical Care Continuing Education

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling – full or part-time
• Competitive compensation
• Immediate EMT / Paramedic job placement
• Multiple station locations with the ability to transfer - throughout the company
• Opportunity to work overtime
• Health/dental/life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Opportunity for Career Growth

Superior is the EMS leader in the Midwest on both the ground and in the air. Become a Superior EMT / Paramedic and take advantage of the limitless opportunities to advance your career.

Check out our career site benefits page to learn about our comprehensive benefits options that include medical, vision, dental, 401k, disability, FSA, HAS, vacation, and paid time off here: Superior Ambulance Benefits.

Superior Ambulance Service is committed to attracting and retaining the best talent. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. M/F/V/D