Night EMT Transport Communications Specialist

The Nemours Foundation; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

The Nemours Foundation seeks a Transport Communication Specialist for the Pediatric Transport team in Orlando, FL. This full-time night shift role supports 24/7 operations, ensuring clear and timely communications among clinicians, physicians, and referring facilities.

The position emphasizes accurate intake, coordination of air/ground transport, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe patient transfers. Prior EMT/EMD experience is required.

Qualifications

• One year of training beyond high school diploma is required.
• EMT or EMD experience is required; Paramedic experience preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology is required.

Responsibilities

• Responds promptly to incoming transport requests via hot line and in-house lines using professional communication.
• Assists physicians with transport mode, team configuration, and Code 3 use per guidelines.
• Coordinates with vendors for back-up ambulances and helicopter requests.
• Elicits accurate intake information with Patient Intake Coordinator to complete the intake process.
• Facilitates communications among transport clinician, medical control officer, and physicians.
• Communicates transport acceptance to Nursing Supervisors and Admissions personnel as directed.
• Maintains contact with ambulance teams during all missions and concurrent runs.
• Documents communications and completes EPIC intake/disposition.
• Participates in Quality Improvement programs to enhance service delivery.

Skills

Communication

Medical terminology

Team coordination

Education

High School Diploma + 1 year training

Tools

EPIC system

Job description

The Nemours Foundation seeks a Transport Communication Specialist for the Pediatric Transport team in Orlando, FL. This full-time night shift role supports 24/7 operations, ensuring clear and timely communications among clinicians, physicians, and referring facilities.

The position emphasizes accurate intake, coordination of air/ground transport, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe patient transfers. Prior EMT/EMD experience is required.