Critical Care Transport Paramedic- 36 hrs

Connecticut Children's Medical Center

United States

On-site

USD 50,000 - 70,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Connecticut Children's Medical Center is seeking a Critical Care Transport Paramedic to provide comprehensive patient-centered care in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will have experience in both advanced life support and pediatric care, essential for the safety and wellbeing of our patients during transport.

This role includes essential responsibilities such as effective communication within multidisciplinary teams and adherence to best practices in patient care. Join us in making a difference in children's health care.

Qualifications

2 year paramedic experience in a 911 system.
Prior critical care transport experience preferred.
Experience with pediatric critical care preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform detailed assessments and communicate effectively.
Provide basic and advanced airway management.
Establish intravenous and central line access.
Monitor and manage invasive lines and devices.
Timely documentation of patient care during transport.

Skills

Basic Medical terminology

Excellent interpersonal skills

Effective oral and written communication skills

Cultural sensitivity

Education

High School diploma or GED

Graduated from an accredited paramedic program

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Current EMT-P Licensure

Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP)

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

Job description

Critical Care Transport Paramedic- 36 hrs

United States
CT, United States
(On-site)

About Us

Connecticut Children’s is the only health system in Connecticut that is 100% dedicated to children. Established on a legacy that spans more than 100 years, Connecticut Children’s offers personalized medical care in more than 30 pediatric specialties across Connecticut and in two other states. Our transformational growth establishes us as a destination for specialized medicine and enables us to reach more children in locations that are closer to home. Our breakthrough research, superior education and training, innovative community partnerships, and commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion provide a welcoming and inspiring environment for our patients, families and team members.

At Connecticut Children’s, treating children isn’t just our job – it’s our passion. As a leading children’s health system experiencing steady growth, we’re excited to expand our team with exceptional team members who share our vision of transforming children’s health and well‑being as one team.

Job Description

The Critical Care Transport Paramedic provides patient and family centered care in accordance with State of Connecticut licensure, Connecticut Children’s Transport Guidelines or protocols, hospital policies, under the supervision of the Critical Care Transport Leadership and Medical Control Physician. Serves as a member of an interdisciplinary, self‑managed work team using a holistic, caring approach to patient care. Reports to the Manager of Critical Care Transport.

Responsibilities

Performs a detailed assessment and communicates effectively within multidisciplinary team and Medical Control Physician. Care, communications and documentation meet hospital policy and competencies. 5%
Provide basic and advanced airway management skills up to and including Rapid Sequence Intubation (RSI). 4%
Performs emergency surgical airways. 4%
Establish and maintain intravenous, Interosseous (IO), and central line access.5%
Monitors and manages invasive lines and devices including A‑Lines and EVD’s. 5%
Maintains interpersonal communications within the multidisciplinary team in order to provide patient care during transportation. Teams could include RRT, Providers, RN’s, etc. 5%
Administration, management and documentation of medications.10%
Run Point of Care Testing (POCT), including I-Stat labs, other patient care labs and accurately and timely document values. 5%
Able to follow standards of care from Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).5%
Care and documentation for patients on invasive and non‑invasive forms of ventilation. 5%
Perform ultrasound guided intravenous IV placement. 5%
Timely and accurate documentation of patient care during transport. 5%
Communication and education to patients and families. 5%
Follows medical instructions promptly and accurately to the extent possible, within scope, on Critical Care Transport.10%
Maintains standards of documentation documents for clinical care, communications and education within appropriate timeframe for transport. 5%
Establishes effective relationships with patients, families, staff and external customers/ consultants to the team.5%
Accountable for departmental and hospital quality and safety initiatives and goals.5%
Regularly attend transport team meetings and educational simulations.5%
Performs other regular duties as assigned. 2%

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience Required:

Education:
- High School diploma or GED required
- Graduated from an accredited paramedic program
Experience:
2 year paramedic experience in a 911 system.

Education and/or Experience Preferred:

Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in related field
Experience:
- Prior critical care transport experience
- Experience with pediatric critical care

License and/or Certification Required:

CPR – Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association. Required upon hire and must be maintained current at all times.
Current EMT‑P Licensure, Connecticut, required.
Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP) within 6 months of hire.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) within 6 months of hire.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within 6 months of hire.
Certification in Neonatal Pediatric Transport (C‑NPT) within 2 years of hire.

License and/or Certification Preferred:

Flight Paramedic (FP‑C) Or Critical Care Paramedic (CCP‑C) strongly preferred.
Certified Neonatal Pediatric Transport (C‑NPT).
Nationally Registered Paramedic (NREMTP).

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge:

Basic Medical terminology, mathematics and measurements.
Basic understanding of organizations environment of care and infection control policies and procedures.
Basic understanding of reasons for and techniques for managing aggressive behavior.
Understand and follow Connecticut Children’s policies and procedures.
Demonstrates knowledge of the population‑specific differences and needs of patients in appropriate, specific populationsfrom neonate through adolescence and applies them to practice. Demonstrates cultural sensitivity in all interactions with patients/families and co‑workers.

Skills:

Excellent interpersonal skills and communication required.
Demonstration of effective listening skills.
Effective oral and written communication skills required. Ability to communicate in English is required (bilingual competency, Spanish preferred)
Demonstrates competency in standard clinical procedures as well as unit specific patient management protocols.

Abilities:

Maintain quality, safety and infection control standards. Learn and follow established protocols to respond in emergency situations. Learn and demonstrate competency in basic data entry, use of collaborative care and safety plans and documentation in the medical record.
Work across all levels of the organization effectively.

Connecticut Children’s is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants for employment will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, national orientation, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability.

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