Tufts Medicine
Interfacility Transfer Paramedic - Advanced Life Support - Per Diem
Tufts Medicine, Lowell, Massachusetts, United States, 01856
Interfacility Transfer Paramedic - Advanced Life Support - Per Diem
Interfacility Transfer Paramedic - Advanced Life Support
About Tufts Medicine Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community health care to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, Melrose/Wakefield Healthcare, an expansive home care network and a large clinically integrated physician network, Tufts Medicine has more than 15,000 dedicated employees and caregivers.
We Are Hiring a Qualified per diem Interfacility Transfer Paramedic!
Benefits
Competitive salaries & benefits
403(b) Retirement with company match
Free on-site parking
Opportunities for career growth
Hours Per Diem / Variable Day/Evening/Night shifts. Weekends/Holidays Required per Dept Operational Requirements.
Location Lowell General Hospital - 295 Varnum Avenue - Lowell, MA
Position Description This position is responsible for providing advanced interfacility medical care and transportation for critical and non-critical patients. The role involves operating under the medical direction and established protocols, ensuring patient safety, accurate documentation and professional conduct during transport of patients. It requires complex knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care and transportation, working cooperatively within the department, emergency services, and other disciplines to create a system of quality health care for our patients.
Minimum Qualifications
Completion of accredited Paramedic program.
Certified Paramedic by National Registry of EMTs.
Massachusetts Certified Paramedic.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.
State issued driver’s license.
One (1) year of relevant experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Associate or Bachelor's degree
BLS, ACLS, and/or PALS Instructor.
Incident Command System (ICS) course 200. Three (3) years of relevant experience.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification.
Duties and Responsibilities The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.
Provides transportation and transfer of patients using appropriate modes including ambulatory assist, wheelchair, stretcher, or scoop stretcher/backboard.
Performs detailed assessments and makes recommendations for patient’s care and treatment.
Safety assesses, treats and transports patients between medical facilities.
Provides Advanced Life Support (ALS) care in accordance with MA OEMS guidelines as well as hospital procedures.
Prepares patients for transport and clinically monitors patient to maintain stability.
Avoids hazards, uses safety equipment.
Complies with all health, safety, and privacy regulations.
Routinely accesses and utilizes hospital resources, equipment and protocols to facilitate effective transport of patients.
About Lowell General For more than 125 years, Lowell General has served the Greater Lowell community with pride. We balance the first-rate care of a premier medical center with the warmth of a four-time Magnet®-recognized community hospital. As a member of our team, you’ll join over 3,000 dedicated care providers to offer complete, connected care, when and where patients need it most.
Pay Range $30.00 - $33.59
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About Tufts Medicine Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community health care to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, Melrose/Wakefield Healthcare, an expansive home care network and a large clinically integrated physician network, Tufts Medicine has more than 15,000 dedicated employees and caregivers.
We Are Hiring a Qualified per diem Interfacility Transfer Paramedic!
Benefits
Competitive salaries & benefits
403(b) Retirement with company match
Free on-site parking
Opportunities for career growth
Hours Per Diem / Variable Day/Evening/Night shifts. Weekends/Holidays Required per Dept Operational Requirements.
Location Lowell General Hospital - 295 Varnum Avenue - Lowell, MA
Position Description This position is responsible for providing advanced interfacility medical care and transportation for critical and non-critical patients. The role involves operating under the medical direction and established protocols, ensuring patient safety, accurate documentation and professional conduct during transport of patients. It requires complex knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care and transportation, working cooperatively within the department, emergency services, and other disciplines to create a system of quality health care for our patients.
Minimum Qualifications
Completion of accredited Paramedic program.
Certified Paramedic by National Registry of EMTs.
Massachusetts Certified Paramedic.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.
State issued driver’s license.
One (1) year of relevant experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Associate or Bachelor's degree
BLS, ACLS, and/or PALS Instructor.
Incident Command System (ICS) course 200. Three (3) years of relevant experience.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification.
Duties and Responsibilities The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.
Provides transportation and transfer of patients using appropriate modes including ambulatory assist, wheelchair, stretcher, or scoop stretcher/backboard.
Performs detailed assessments and makes recommendations for patient’s care and treatment.
Safety assesses, treats and transports patients between medical facilities.
Provides Advanced Life Support (ALS) care in accordance with MA OEMS guidelines as well as hospital procedures.
Prepares patients for transport and clinically monitors patient to maintain stability.
Avoids hazards, uses safety equipment.
Complies with all health, safety, and privacy regulations.
Routinely accesses and utilizes hospital resources, equipment and protocols to facilitate effective transport of patients.
About Lowell General For more than 125 years, Lowell General has served the Greater Lowell community with pride. We balance the first-rate care of a premier medical center with the warmth of a four-time Magnet®-recognized community hospital. As a member of our team, you’ll join over 3,000 dedicated care providers to offer complete, connected care, when and where patients need it most.
Pay Range $30.00 - $33.59
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