Transport Paramedic, PRN (AFSCME)

UC Health; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled transport paramedic to join their Mobile Care team. This role involves providing critical care to a diverse patient population, assessing and implementing care plans, and ensuring safe transport for critically ill patients. The ideal candidate will possess strong clinical skills, effective communication abilities, and the capacity to thrive in high-pressure environments. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of patients while working within a renowned healthcare system that values innovation and excellence in patient care.

Qualifications

• Must possess current Ohio Paramedic certification and BLS/ACLS upon hire.
• One year of EMS experience as a Paramedic required.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe and appropriate care tailored to patient needs.
• Implement comprehensive care plans in collaboration with healthcare providers.

Skills

Judgment and Decision Making

Stress Management

Team Leadership

Effective Communication

Clinical Competence

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Emergency Medical Service Experience

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)

Emergency Vehicle Operation Course (EVOC)

Job description

UC Health is hiring a PRN transport paramedic to join our Mobile Care team!

The transport paramedic will provide care for a diverse and multi-faceted patient population. They will work to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate the appropriate level of patient care according to the approved scope of practice.

About University of Cincinnati Medical Center

As the pioneering hospital of UC Health, Greater Cincinnati’s academic health system, UC Medical Center has served greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky for nearly 200 years. Each year, hundreds of thousands of patients receive care from our world-renowned clinicians and care teams utilizing the most advanced medical knowledge and technology available. UC Medical Center has 724 licensed beds and more than 5,800 employees.

Unit Details:

1. Air Care & Mobile Care has provided the Greater Cincinnati area with specialized medical transport services for patients in our community for over 35 years.
2. Air Care & Mobile Care is the only service in the region to be accredited in four levels of medical transport by the Commission on Accreditation of Medical Transport Systems.
3. Air Care & Mobile Care specializes in caring for and transporting critically injured and sick patients, wherever they may be, by bringing the world-class care of UC Medical Center to the patient.

Qualifications

Required Skills and Knowledge:

1. Ability to use strong judgment in the analysis of facts and circumstances.
2. Ability to make independent clinically and operationally competent decisions in a challenging environment.
3. Ability to adapt to stressful situations; capable of identifying strengths and weaknesses and seeking appropriate resources.
4. Able to lead a team approach to patient care.
5. Effective verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
6. All skills outlined in the Ohio Paramedic Scope of Practice.

Education & experience:

1. High school graduate or GED required.
2. One year of Emergency Medical Service experience as a Paramedic required.
3. Military medical/paramedicine experience considered.
4. Intra-facility transport experience preferred.

Licenses & Certifications:

1. Current Ohio Paramedic certification required; National Registry preferred.
2. Basic Life Support (BLS) & Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required upon hire.
3. Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) & Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP) to be obtained within the probationary period.
4. FEMA 100, 200 courses within the initial probationary period.
5. Emergency Vehicle Operator Course (EVOC) or its equivalency must be obtained within the probationary period.
6. Active, unrestricted Driver’s License with no more than 4 accrued points.
7. Approved Trauma Life Support course.

Responsibilities

1. Identifies and responds appropriately to different patient needs to provide safe and appropriate care.
2. Independently implements a comprehensive, scope-specific plan of care that addresses the physical, emotional, psychosocial, spiritual, and educational needs of the patient and their family before and throughout transport, in collaboration with other healthcare providers.
3. Possesses and demonstrates knowledge and clinical skills to provide advanced level assessment(s), intervention, and evaluation necessary to ensure safe and efficient transport of the critically ill or injured patient.
4. Ability to perform advanced-level life-saving skills as determined by patient condition including but not limited to: Cardiopulmonary resuscitation, airway management including emergency airway management, ventilator management, cardiac defibrillation, excessive bleeding control, trauma management including spine stabilization, splinting of limbs, cervical spine immobilization, rapid extrication procedures, chest tube monitoring and management, 12 lead EKG set up, performance and interpretation.
5. Ability to perform basic level point of care lab testing, obtain and interpret vital signs, and manage medication within the scope of practice.
6. Adheres to all hospital policies, including maintaining privacy and confidentiality, demonstrating knowledge of safe emergency vehicle operations, and ensuring clean, safe, and organized work areas.
7. Remains current and active in the paramedic field and medical transport industry, including maintenance of all required licensures, certifications, and competencies. Recognizes the need for professional growth and takes the appropriate steps toward meeting educational needs.
8. Completes mandatory annual unit-specific, hospital, and safety education training.
9. Completes EKG test upon hire and annually with a passing score.
10. Educates healthcare professionals and other customers regarding the operation of the transport program (including orienting new associates as assigned).
11. Participates in improving organizational performance; evaluates the effectiveness of established programs and makes recommendations for changes to improve upon the quality of patient care and their outcomes.
12. Maintains accurate records in a thorough and timely manner.