Superior Air-Ground Ambulance Service
Critical Care Paramedic (CCT)
Superior Air-Ground Ambulance Service, Elkhorn, Wisconsin, United States, 53121
Overview
Superior Ambulance Service started in 1959 with one ambulance and today is the largest independent, locally owned and operated emergency medical services provider in the Midwest. Superior employs more than 2,500 licensed EMTs, paramedics and nurses, operating a fleet of more than 500 ambulances throughout Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Michigan and Wisconsin. The company also provides critical care, helicopter and fixed‑wing emergency medical transportation.
Responsibilities
Provide high‑quality care to patients in the transport environment under the direction of the Program Medical Director and the referring and/or receiving physician in accordance with critical care policies, protocols and standards of care.
Autonomously evaluate critically ill or injured patients of all age groups (pediatric through adult), provide therapeutic intervention, emergency intervention and preparation for transport from hospitals or accident scenes.
Collaborate with other team members—including drivers, coworkers, leadership, other healthcare partners and customers.
Assess for and detect changes in patient status and demonstrate a proactive approach to solving patient and family problems.
Plan, organize and position equipment and supplies for use in emergency conditions before, during and after transport.
Maintain complete and accurate records, participate in quality assurance programs, perform data collection and participate in any special projects.
Maintain clinical proficiency across all aspects of the Critical Care Division’s scope of practice including care of patients with neurological emergencies, cardiac emergencies, pediatric emergencies, obstetrical emergencies, traumatic emergencies and any other patient populations transported by the Critical Care Division.
Perform all physical requirements of the job in confined spaces and under adverse environmental conditions.
Complete transports initiated within the time frame of the scheduled shift, understanding that completion of these transports might require extending beyond normal work hours.
Participate in all required didactic, clinical and lab education programs and maintain all required certifications and licenses.
Maintain clinical competency in all critical care procedures and equipment, including but not limited to ventilators, IV pumps, dopplers, chest tubes, hemodynamic monitoring, intra‑aortic balloon pumps, ventricular assist devices, Impella cardiac assist devices, transcutaneous/transvenous pacers, external ventricular drains and advanced airway management.
Complete and maintain currency in all areas of safety education as required by Superior Ambulance, contracted aviation operators and other healthcare partners.
Demonstrate effective communication skills with all external and internal customers, including patients and their families, hospital staff, the community, other Superior Ambulance staff and critical care administration. Represent the CCT program and Superior Ambulance in a professional manner.
Qualifications ENTRY‑LEVEL QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
Minimum 2 years of ALS experience
State EMT‑P license
AHA BLS certification
Valid driver’s license, satisfactory driving record and ability to safely operate a vehicle in various conditions, including daytime, nighttime and inclement weather.
DESIRED
National Registry Paramedic
ACLS, PALS, NRP, Trauma (PHTLS, ITLS) certification
FEMA certifications (100, 200, 700, 800, HazMat)
CCEMTP certification or completion of CCP course with 12 hrs CCT CE annually
Critical care transport board certification (FP‑C or CCP‑C)
Experience managing ventilators, IV pumps and chest tubes
Leadership experience (e.g., FTO, PIC, preceptor, supervisor)
Expectations for Further Training (Sponsored)
ACLS, PALS, NRP, Trauma (PHTLS or ITLS) and FEMA (100, 200, 700, 800, HazMat) certifications
System entry into local EMS system
Expanded scope ALS training program
Critical care paramedic training program (CCP or CCEMTP)
Critical care continuing education
Benefits
Flexible scheduling
Competitive compensation
Immediate EMT/Paramedic job placement
Multiple station locations with ability to transfer throughout the company
Opportunity to work overtime
Health/dental/life insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Opportunity for career growth
Check out our career site benefits page to learn about our comprehensive benefits options that include medical, vision, dental, 401k, disability, FSA, HAS, vacation and paid time off here: https://www.superiorambulance.com/benefits/.
Superior Ambulance Service is committed to attracting and retaining the best talent. We are an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. M/F/V/D
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Responsibilities
Provide high‑quality care to patients in the transport environment under the direction of the Program Medical Director and the referring and/or receiving physician in accordance with critical care policies, protocols and standards of care.
Autonomously evaluate critically ill or injured patients of all age groups (pediatric through adult), provide therapeutic intervention, emergency intervention and preparation for transport from hospitals or accident scenes.
Collaborate with other team members—including drivers, coworkers, leadership, other healthcare partners and customers.
Assess for and detect changes in patient status and demonstrate a proactive approach to solving patient and family problems.
Plan, organize and position equipment and supplies for use in emergency conditions before, during and after transport.
Maintain complete and accurate records, participate in quality assurance programs, perform data collection and participate in any special projects.
Maintain clinical proficiency across all aspects of the Critical Care Division’s scope of practice including care of patients with neurological emergencies, cardiac emergencies, pediatric emergencies, obstetrical emergencies, traumatic emergencies and any other patient populations transported by the Critical Care Division.
Perform all physical requirements of the job in confined spaces and under adverse environmental conditions.
Complete transports initiated within the time frame of the scheduled shift, understanding that completion of these transports might require extending beyond normal work hours.
Participate in all required didactic, clinical and lab education programs and maintain all required certifications and licenses.
Maintain clinical competency in all critical care procedures and equipment, including but not limited to ventilators, IV pumps, dopplers, chest tubes, hemodynamic monitoring, intra‑aortic balloon pumps, ventricular assist devices, Impella cardiac assist devices, transcutaneous/transvenous pacers, external ventricular drains and advanced airway management.
Complete and maintain currency in all areas of safety education as required by Superior Ambulance, contracted aviation operators and other healthcare partners.
Demonstrate effective communication skills with all external and internal customers, including patients and their families, hospital staff, the community, other Superior Ambulance staff and critical care administration. Represent the CCT program and Superior Ambulance in a professional manner.
Qualifications ENTRY‑LEVEL QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
Minimum 2 years of ALS experience
State EMT‑P license
AHA BLS certification
Valid driver’s license, satisfactory driving record and ability to safely operate a vehicle in various conditions, including daytime, nighttime and inclement weather.
DESIRED
National Registry Paramedic
ACLS, PALS, NRP, Trauma (PHTLS, ITLS) certification
FEMA certifications (100, 200, 700, 800, HazMat)
CCEMTP certification or completion of CCP course with 12 hrs CCT CE annually
Critical care transport board certification (FP‑C or CCP‑C)
Experience managing ventilators, IV pumps and chest tubes
Leadership experience (e.g., FTO, PIC, preceptor, supervisor)
Expectations for Further Training (Sponsored)
ACLS, PALS, NRP, Trauma (PHTLS or ITLS) and FEMA (100, 200, 700, 800, HazMat) certifications
System entry into local EMS system
Expanded scope ALS training program
Critical care paramedic training program (CCP or CCEMTP)
Critical care continuing education
Benefits
Flexible scheduling
Competitive compensation
Immediate EMT/Paramedic job placement
Multiple station locations with ability to transfer throughout the company
Opportunity to work overtime
Health/dental/life insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Opportunity for career growth
Check out our career site benefits page to learn about our comprehensive benefits options that include medical, vision, dental, 401k, disability, FSA, HAS, vacation and paid time off here: https://www.superiorambulance.com/benefits/.
Superior Ambulance Service is committed to attracting and retaining the best talent. We are an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. M/F/V/D
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