Pediatric Neonatal Transport Paramedic

Children's National Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 44,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Children’s National Hospital in Washington, DC, operates a rapid air and ground transport system dedicated to neonates, infants, children and adolescents. The Emergency Transport team provides advanced life support and inter-facility transport to a diverse patient population.

The role requires RN? (paramedical) credentials and strong communication skills, with on-line medical direction or standing protocols under physician supervision and a focus on safety in transport operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of ALS experience in pre-hospital or inter-facility transport (Required)
• 2 years of ALS experience in pre-hospital or inter-facility transport (Preferred)
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and proficiency with information technology

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, efficient inter-facility transport to ill or injured patients.
• Provide advanced life support care to stabilize and transport patients.
• Document patient care and communicate with referring physicians during transport.
• Maintain proficiency with transport equipment and ensure safety during loading/unloading

Skills

ALS experience

Communication skills

IT proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Medical transport equipment

Job description

Children’s National Hospital in Washington, DC, operates a rapid air and ground transport system dedicated to neonates, infants, children and adolescents. The Emergency Transport team provides advanced life support and inter-facility transport to a diverse patient population.

The role requires RN? (paramedical) credentials and strong communication skills, with on-line medical direction or standing protocols under physician supervision and a focus on safety in transport operations.