Elite Critical Care Transport Paramedic

Jefferson Health; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Tuition assistance

Retirement plans

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

Job summary

JeffSTAT Paramedic in Philadelphia provides critical care during inter-facility and emergency transports following JeffSTAT protocols. The role requires 3+ years in a critical care transport program, with active PA/NJ/DE regional certifications and ongoing competency maintenance.

Responsibilities include documenting patient care, educating families about transport, and ensuring equipment readiness at shift start.

Qualifications

• Three years of field paramedic experience (min 5000 hours) in a critical care transport program or 911 ALS ambulance service.
• Current medical command with the Philadelphia EMS Office or another region in Pennsylvania, NJ or DE.
• Pennsylvania Paramedic certification (EMT-P) and National Registered Paramedic status; BLS/ACLS/PALS current.

Responsibilities

• Provide care to patients during inter-facility and emergency transports following JeffSTAT treatment protocols.
• Complete patient care records detailing assessment, treatment, and outcomes.
• Educate patients and families about transport process and events.
• Inspect equipment and supplies at shift start; maintain logs and inventory.
• Maintain annual competency requirements and appropriate certifications.

Skills

Intubation

IV insertion

Medication administration

EKG interpretation

Chest decompression

Mechanical support devices

EVD

Invasive monitoring

Education

Pennsylvania Paramedic certification (EMT-P)

National Registered Paramedic

BLS

ACLS

PALS

PHTLS within 6 months

ATLS/TPATC within 6 months

Job description

JeffSTAT Paramedic in Philadelphia provides critical care during inter-facility and emergency transports following JeffSTAT protocols. The role requires 3+ years in a critical care transport program, with active PA/NJ/DE regional certifications and ongoing competency maintenance.

Responsibilities include documenting patient care, educating families about transport, and ensuring equipment readiness at shift start.