EMT Field Transport & Dispatch Specialist

Nicklaushealth; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Nicklaus Children's Hospital Transport Program seeks an EMT/paramedic to care for ill and injured patients in field and hospital settings. You will respond to transport requests, assist with patient care under RN or Paramedic supervision, and help maintain ambulances and equipment.

Responsibilities include coordinating communications, documenting transport logs, supporting LifeFlight operations, and ensuring safety during transfers while upholding standards of care and compliance.

Qualifications

• Florida EMT license
• EVOC certification up to date
• American Heart Association BLS active
• Active Florida driver’s license with clean record
• IAMTCS Flight Communicator OR CommLink's CFC within 24 months
• Minimum 1 year driving an emergency vehicle

Responsibilities

• Assist interfacility and intrafacility transfer of patients and attend to patients’ needs.
• Represent the Nicklaus Children's Hospital Transport Program professionally.
• Maintain ambulance, transport team equipment, and supplies.
• Operate communications equipment and coordinate activation of aircraft or ground transports.
• Complete transport logs, PI logs, and related records.
• Comply with transfer laws and consult with medical staff as needed.
• Provide life support under supervision of RN or Paramedic and assist with procedures and vital signs.
• Respond within 60 minutes of notification for at least one shift per week.
• Maintain and update transport documentation and logs.
• Communicate effectively with hospitals, physicians, nurses, and dispatchers.

Skills

EMT experience

Communication skills

Multitasking

Customer service

Confidentiality

Job description

Nicklaus Children's Hospital Transport Program seeks an EMT/paramedic to care for ill and injured patients in field and hospital settings. You will respond to transport requests, assist with patient care under RN or Paramedic supervision, and help maintain ambulances and equipment.

Responsibilities include coordinating communications, documenting transport logs, supporting LifeFlight operations, and ensuring safety during transfers while upholding standards of care and compliance.