Paramedic - Critical Care

Priority Ondemand; Cordova (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Priority Ondemand is seeking a highly experienced Critical Care Paramedic to join its ground transport team in Cordova, TN. You will provide advanced patient care per division protocols, including intra-hospital transports and on-scene care, while collaborating with medical control physicians.

The role requires CCP-C certification, an accredited paramedic program completion, and driving qualifications. Expect a fast-paced environment with a strong emphasis on documentation and patient-centered

Qualifications

• CCP-C - Critical Care Paramedic certification required.
• High School Diploma required.
• Completion of an accredited paramedic program.
• Completion of an approved emergency vehicle driving course prior to orientation.
• 3–5 years of paramedic experience in a high acuity EMS system.
• TN Paramedic preferred or National Registry Paramedic with TN endorsement.
• ACLS, BLS and PALS current by orientation.
• Unrestricted Driver's License with clean driving history.
• Demonstrated clinical competence and strong communication skills.
• Ability to lift up to 125 lbs and up to 250 with assistance.

Responsibilities

• Provide evidence-based professional patient care in collaboration with the healthcare team.
• May drive the ambulance to relieve the primary driver during trips.
• Administer pharmacologic agents and IV fluids during inter-hospital transports.
• Operate equipment including cardiac monitors, ventilators, hi-flow, IV pumps.
• Assist EMT/Driver in maintaining unit readiness and supplies.
• Provide patient-centered care and evaluate outcomes.
• Collaborate with online medical control physicians for complex cases.
• Document patient information accurately in medical records.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and safe ambulance operations.

Skills

CCP-C Certification

Interpersonal skills

Math skills

Physical endurance

Education

High School Diploma

Accredited paramedic program

Emergency vehicle driving course

ACLS/BLS/PALS certifications

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Cordova, TN 38016Position Type: Baptist AmbulanceJob Category: Paramedic / CC ParamedicCritical Care Paramedic will provide care and treatment of chronically or acutely ill and/or injured patients. Will work together with a team to adhere to the standards of care established by the protocols for the Critical Care Division, the Critical Care Paramedic will work to provide superior patient care in the ground transport environment.

Responsibilities:

• In collaboration with the patient and family, provides evidence-based professional patient care and coordinates care delivery with other members of the healthcare team
• May be required to drive the ambulance to relieve the primary driver during trips with no patient onboard or to accommodate dynamic staffing needs
• Administers and maintains pharmacologic agents and intravenous fluids during inter hospital transports
• Operate and maintain proficiency with all equipment to in include cardiac monitors, ventilators, hi-flow, and IV pumps
• Assists the EMT/Driver in maintaining unit readiness and ensures cleanliness and appropriate par levels for supplies used in the ambulance
• Based on assessment of physical, emotional, bio-physical, and spiritual needs, provides direct patient care and evaluates outcomes
• Incorporates the principles of patient-centered care
• Collaborates with online medical control physicians to manage the patient care of complex patients in transport
• Communicates patients' clinical information clearly and accurately in verbal and written format
• Clearly and accurately documents pertinent information in the patients' medical record
• Consistently demonstrates effective documentation practices and develops strategies to ensure complete documentation of patient care
• Complies with governmental and accreditation regulations
• Ensures safe operations during ambulance related activities in coordination with the Emergency Vehicle Operator
• Maintains a safe and therapeutic environment of caring for patients and families
• Provides basic patient comfort measures during procedures
• Performs other duties as assigned

QualificationsRequirements:

• CCP-C - Critical Care Paramedic - Certification REQUIRED
• High School Diploma required
• Completion of an accredited paramedic program
• Completion of an approved emergency vehicle driving course prior to release from orientation
• 3-5 years' Experience as a Paramedic in a high acuity, high volume EMS system. Prefer Critical Care experience.
• Tennessee Paramedic preferred, or National Registry Paramedic w/ TN Paramedic obtained by completion of orientation.
• ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support Advanced Life Support (ACLS) current by completion of orientation
• BLS - Basic Life Support Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) current by completion of orientation
• PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) current by completion of orientation
• Unrestricted Driver's License with clean driving history, and must maintain a good driving record
• Ability to lift, carry, and balance a minimum of 125 pounds equally distributed and 250 pounds with assistance, to a height of 33 inches and a distance of 10 feet
• Demonstrated high level of clinical competence
• Effective interpersonal skills, including verbal and written communication
• Basic math skills