EMT

CO00 Children's Hospital Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 26,174 - 31,271; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage starting day 1

Tuition reimbursement for continuing education

Referral bonus program

Relocation assistance for qualified positions

Physical and mental health wellness programs

Job summary

CO00 Children's Hospital Medical Center is seeking an Emergency Medical Technician for their Transport Department. This full-time role includes night shifts and prioritizes children's safety and health. Responsibilities include patient transport and ensuring safety compliance while fostering communication among the healthcare team.

Qualified candidates should possess an EMT certification, a valid driver’s license, and a commitment to confidentiality. Starting pay ranges from $19.00 to $22.70 per hour. Benefits include medical coverage, retirement plans, and wellness programs.

Qualifications

• 1+ year emergency vehicle driving experience.
• Current Ohio EMT-Basic or equivalent certification.
• Obtain Kentucky EMT-Basic certificate within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Utilize EMT clinical skills to transport patients safely.
• Foster a safe work environment and adherence to safety practices.
• Communicate effectively with healthcare team and families.

Skills

EMT clinical skills

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Confidentiality adherence

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

EMT-Basic certification

CPR certification

Job description

Job Description: At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose.

Responsibilities

• Medical Transport: Utilize emergency medical technician clinical skills, medical terminology, ORC Emergency Vehicle Operation laws to transport patients. Independently assess department needs and respond within EMT scope of practice. Maintain current driver’s license and good driving record (points not to exceed 5). Maintain current national registry, Ohio and Kentucky EMS certifications. Keep a clear record of incidents in a CCHMC vehicle. Submit fuel slips and required documentation as per standard operating procedure. Demonstrate compliance with physical requirements of lifting, pushing and carrying up to 150 lbs.
• Safety: Foster an environment that prevents accidents, illness and injury and strive for continuous improvement. Assure crew, family, and patients adhere to safety requirements while in a moving vehicle. Ensure the work environment is organized, safe, accessible, effective, and efficient for patients, families, and coworkers. Report malfunctioning equipment and other environmental hazards immediately. Anticipate change in needs based on volume. Ensure proper working conditions of patient care and unit equipment.
• Communication: Promote open and timely communication with all members of the health care team, patients, family members and visitors. Report to nursing staff any change in observable response to patient’s condition. Respond promptly to requests by patients, families and employees. Participate in improving organizational performance through recommending areas or approaches for improvement activities, performing new procedures, collecting data and providing input to department discussion. Maintain and respect confidentiality of patient, families and employees. Discuss concerns of work situation with director or designee.
• Confidentiality: Act in manner that maintains confidentiality, protects and safeguards patient/family personal medical and financial information at all times during collection, use and storage. Access only information and records necessary to perform the responsibilities of your position.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ year emergency vehicle driving experience.
• Current Ohio EMT-Basic or equivalent certification.
• Obtain Kentucky EMT-Basic certificate within 6 months of hire.
• Obtain National Registered EMT within 6 months of hire.
• Current driver’s license with good driving record (points not to exceed 5).
• Current CPR certification.

Benefits

• Medical coverage starting day 1 of employment.
• Competitive retirement plans.
• Tuition reimbursement for continuing education.
• Expansive employee discount programs through community partners.
• Shift Differential, Weekend Differential, and Weekend Option Pay Programs.
• Referral bonus program for current staff.
• Support through Employee Resource Groups: African American Professionals Advisory Council, Asian Cultural and Professional Group, EQUAL – LGBTQA Resource Group, Juntos – Hispanic/Latin Resource Group, Veterans and Military Family Advocacy Network, and Young Professionals (YP) Resource Group.
• Physical and mental health wellness programs.
• Relocation assistance available for qualified positions.

Location & Schedule

Primary Location: Burnet Campus

Schedule: Full time, Night shift (United States of America)

Department: Transport

Employee Status: Regular FTE 0.9

Weekly Hours: 36

Expected Starting Pay Range: $19.00 - $22.70 (annualized)

Equal Opportunity Employer

Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.