Paramedic Transport

Ascension; Kokomo (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) matching

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Ascension is seeking a dedicated Emergency Services professional for Kokomo, IN, to identify, intervene, and stabilize patients during interfacility and intrafacility transport. You will work with transport physicians and RNs to implement care plans and ensure safety.

The role requires EMT or Paramedic credentials, BLS (or instructor) certification within 30 days of hire, and possibly ALS or PALS certifications. High school diploma with 2 years related experience is required.

Qualifications

• EMT or Paramedic credentialing as required.
• BLS Provider certification or Instructor certification within 30 days of hire.
• Preferred: ALS, ER Vehicle Operation, PALS/APLS certifications.

Responsibilities

• Identify, intervene, and stabilize ill or injured patients as part of the transport team.
• Initiate interventions per transport protocols; monitor and communicate patient condition.
• Contact receiving medical personnel and report observations.
• Inspect and maintain equipment to ensure safety for staff and patients.
• May drive an ambulance to transport patients or supplies.

Skills

EMT Credential

Paramedic Credential

BLS Provider

Pediatric Life Support

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's or Technical Degree

Job description

• Identifies, intervenes, and stabilizes the ill or injured patient during interfacility and intrafacility as part of the transport team in collaboration with the transport physician and/or Registered Nurse.
• Initiates and implements interventions based on transport team protocols. Monitors, records and communicates patient condition and treatment, as appropriate.
• Contacts receiving medical personnel, reports observations and follows directives.
• Inspects, maintains and cares for equipment to ensure safety of the transport team, patients and public.
• May be required to drive an ambulance to transport patients and/or supplies.

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Kokomo, IN
• Facility: Ascension St. Vincent Kokomo
• Department: Emergency Services
• Schedule: Nights | Full Time

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Identifies, intervenes, and stabilizes the ill or injured patient during interfacility and intrafacility as part of the transport team in collaboration with the transport physician and/or Registered Nurse.
• Initiates and implements interventions based on transport team protocols. Monitors, records and communicates patient condition and treatment, as appropriate.
• Contacts receiving medical personnel, reports observations and follows directives.
• Inspects, maintains and cares for equipment to ensure safety of the transport team, patients and public.
• May be required to drive an ambulance to transport patients and/or supplies.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Required Credential(s):
  • One or more of the following:
    • Emergency Medical Tech credentialed from the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
    • Paramedic credentialed from the Indiana Department of Homeland Security obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
  • One or more of the following:
    • BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
    • Instructor specializing in Basic Life Support obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Preferred Credential(s):
  • Advanced Life Support. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
  • Certification specializing in ER Vehicle Operation.
  • Certification specializing in Neonatal Resuscitation credentialed from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP).
  • Drivers License.
  • Instructor specializing in Pediatric Adv Life Support . American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
  • Certified Prehospital Trauma Life Spprt.

Education

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience

Work Experience

• Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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