Critical Care Tranport Paramedic - Full time midshift 1100-2300

Community Health Systems; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$15,000 sign-on bonus

Evening shift

Health insurance

Dental, Vision

Job summary

The Paramedic - Ambulance role at Lutheran Health Network in Fort Wayne, IN, is a full-time midshift position (1100-2300) with a $15,000 sign-on bonus. You will deliver high-quality care across all ages, work within an interdisciplinary team, and be eligible for a competitive total rewards package including health insurance, dental, vision, 401K, PTO, and more.

Responsibilities include patient assessment, emergency response, documentation in EMR, and adherence to hospital policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Must graduate from an accredited Paramedic program and hold current state license/certification.
• 0-1 year EMT‑P experience required.
• 1-2 years of acute care hospital experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality patient care and clinical support for all ages.
• Collaborate with RNs and interdisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Assess patient status and communicate changes promptly to the RN.
• Complete accurate and timely documentation in EMR.
• Maintain professional communication with patients, families and team.
• Safely administer medications following the five rights of med administration.
• Ensure efficient patient throughput and department operations.
• Respond rapidly and effectively to emergencies using advanced life support techniques.

Skills

Advanced life support

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Team collaboration

EMR documentation

Medical equipment operation

EMR systems

Education

Associate degree

Paramedic program certificate

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Critical Care Transport Paramedic - Full time midshift 1100-2300

Fort Wayne, IN, United States

Job Description

$15,000 sign on bonus!

Critical Care Transport (IF) Full time evenings - 1100-2300

3 holidays per year

As a core employee with Lutheran Health Network, you will be eligible for competitive base pay, night shift incentives, and a robust total rewards compensation package. Included in our benefits package includes some of the following: health insurance, dental, vision, 401K, PTO and more!

Job Summary

The Paramedic - Ambulance is responsible for providing high-quality patient care and technical support for individuals of all age groups, including neonates, infants, children, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics. This role collaborates closely with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to deliver efficient, compassionate, and patient-centered care. The Paramedic is skilled in emergency response, patient assessment, and therapeutic interventions, ensuring compliance with hospital policies, protocols, and standards of care.

Essential Functions

• Performs patient care tasks in a safe, effective, and competent manner, adhering to established standards of care and hospital policies.
• Coordinates patient care with registered nurses (RNs) and interdisciplinary team members to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Recognizes changes in patient status, promptly communicates observations to the RN, and assists in implementing appropriate interventions.
• Completes accurate and timely documentation to ensure a clear record of the care provided.
• Maintains professional communication with the multidisciplinary team, patients, and families, ensuring clarity and empathy in all interactions.
• Safely administers medications in compliance with the five rights of medication administration, utilizing electronic medical record (EMR) scanning to ensure accuracy.
• Facilitates efficient patient throughput within the department, contributing to overall operational effectiveness.
• Provides rapid and effective response during emergencies, utilizing advanced life support techniques and medical interventions as required.
• Operates and maintains medical equipment and supplies, ensuring readiness and functionality for patient care.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Technical School graduate of an accredited program in Paramedic Science with current state of employment license/certification required.
• 0-1 years of EMT‑P experience required.
• 1-2 years of acute care hospital experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Proficiency in emergency medical procedures and advanced life support techniques.
• Strong critical thinking and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
• Ability to work in high‑pressure situations while maintaining composure and delivering exceptional care.
• Competence in operating medical equipment and using EMR systems for documentation.

Licenses and Certifications

• EMT – Emergency Medical Tech Certification required.
• PARAMEDIC – Paramedic – Licensed with State Registry/Board required.
• ACLS – Advanced Cardiac Life Support required.
• PALS – Pediatric Advanced Life Support required.

Job Info

• Job Identification 158718
• Job Category Allied Health
• Posting Date 07/16/2026, 09:12 PM
• Degree Level Associate Degree
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Evening
• Locations 7910 W Jefferson Blvd, Fort Wayne, IN, 46804, US