The MetroHealth System (Cleveland, OH)
Paramedic - Critical Care Ground Transport, Life Flight, PRN
The MetroHealth System (Cleveland, OH), Cleveland, Ohio, us, 44101
Paramedic - Critical Care Ground Transport, Life Flight, PRN
Location:
METROHEALTH MEDICAL CENTER
Biweekly Hours:
16.00
Shift:
Variable Shifts, Weekends, and Holidays
The MetroHealth System is redefining health care by going beyond medical treatment to improve the foundations of community health and well-being: affordable housing, a cleaner environment, economic opportunity and access to fresh food, convenient transportation, legal help and other services. Founded in 1837, the system operates four hospitals, four emergency departments and more than 20 health centers.
Summary In coordination with the Mobile Intensive Care Unit (MoICU)/critical care transport nurse, provide advanced life support in a prompt, resourceful, and efficient manner. Collaborate with the nurse in compliance with established protocol and regulatory requirements to provide support services and transport. Maintain compliance with CAMTS requirements and all associated documentation. Actively participate in external education/marketing initiatives to protect and maintain market base. Demonstrate age‑specific competencies in the care of neonates, infants, toddlers, pre‑schoolers, school aged, adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients. Comply with the policies and procedures of The MetroHealth System and uphold its mission, vision, values, and customer service standards.
Responsibilities
Provide advanced life support in a prompt, resourceful, and efficient manner.
Collaborate with nurse in compliance with established protocol and regulatory requirements to provide support services and transport.
Maintain compliance with CAMTS requirements and associated documentation.
Actively participate in external education/marketing initiatives.
Demonstrate age‑specific competencies in the care of all patient age groups.
Comply with the policies, procedures, and uphold the mission, vision, values, and customer service standards of The MetroHealth System.
Qualifications
High school diploma or passage of a high school equivalency exam.
Current Ohio certification as an EMT‑Paramedic.
Current Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) or Coaching the Emergency Vehicle Operator (CEVO) certification, or completion within 6 months of hire.
Three years of experience as an active paramedic in an EMS service or hospital ED.
Current and valid Ohio Driver’s License.
Current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) from the AHA, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Life Support (PALS).
Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP) certification or obtain within 6 months of hire.
Flight Paramedic Certification (FP‑C) or obtain within 2 years of hire.
Score equal to or greater than 70% in the simulation/scenario portion of the interview process.
Successful completion of a pharmacology test prior to completion of orientation.
Successful completion of the Intermediate EKG test during the interview process.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to speak assertively and sensitively to various populations in stressful situations.
Preferred: Critical Care transport experience; Emergency room experience in a Level I or II Trauma Center; ITLS, PHTLS or equivalent; EMS Instructor or American Heart Association Instructor.
Physical Requirements
May sit, stand, stoop, bend, and ambulate intermittently during the day.
May need to sit or stand for extended periods.
See within the normal visual range with or without correction.
Hear within the normal audio range with or without correction.
Ability to lift 250‑300 pounds with assistance.
Ability to pull, push, or pick up more than 50 pounds.
Ability to carry equipment and assist with patient movement.
Ability to work comfortably in a confined area for long periods of time.
Ability to ride in the back of ground transport vehicles for long periods of time.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Health Care Provider
Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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METROHEALTH MEDICAL CENTER
Biweekly Hours:
16.00
Shift:
Variable Shifts, Weekends, and Holidays
The MetroHealth System is redefining health care by going beyond medical treatment to improve the foundations of community health and well-being: affordable housing, a cleaner environment, economic opportunity and access to fresh food, convenient transportation, legal help and other services. Founded in 1837, the system operates four hospitals, four emergency departments and more than 20 health centers.
Summary In coordination with the Mobile Intensive Care Unit (MoICU)/critical care transport nurse, provide advanced life support in a prompt, resourceful, and efficient manner. Collaborate with the nurse in compliance with established protocol and regulatory requirements to provide support services and transport. Maintain compliance with CAMTS requirements and all associated documentation. Actively participate in external education/marketing initiatives to protect and maintain market base. Demonstrate age‑specific competencies in the care of neonates, infants, toddlers, pre‑schoolers, school aged, adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients. Comply with the policies and procedures of The MetroHealth System and uphold its mission, vision, values, and customer service standards.
Responsibilities
Provide advanced life support in a prompt, resourceful, and efficient manner.
Collaborate with nurse in compliance with established protocol and regulatory requirements to provide support services and transport.
Maintain compliance with CAMTS requirements and associated documentation.
Actively participate in external education/marketing initiatives.
Demonstrate age‑specific competencies in the care of all patient age groups.
Comply with the policies, procedures, and uphold the mission, vision, values, and customer service standards of The MetroHealth System.
Qualifications
High school diploma or passage of a high school equivalency exam.
Current Ohio certification as an EMT‑Paramedic.
Current Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) or Coaching the Emergency Vehicle Operator (CEVO) certification, or completion within 6 months of hire.
Three years of experience as an active paramedic in an EMS service or hospital ED.
Current and valid Ohio Driver’s License.
Current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) from the AHA, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Life Support (PALS).
Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP) certification or obtain within 6 months of hire.
Flight Paramedic Certification (FP‑C) or obtain within 2 years of hire.
Score equal to or greater than 70% in the simulation/scenario portion of the interview process.
Successful completion of a pharmacology test prior to completion of orientation.
Successful completion of the Intermediate EKG test during the interview process.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to speak assertively and sensitively to various populations in stressful situations.
Preferred: Critical Care transport experience; Emergency room experience in a Level I or II Trauma Center; ITLS, PHTLS or equivalent; EMS Instructor or American Heart Association Instructor.
Physical Requirements
May sit, stand, stoop, bend, and ambulate intermittently during the day.
May need to sit or stand for extended periods.
See within the normal visual range with or without correction.
Hear within the normal audio range with or without correction.
Ability to lift 250‑300 pounds with assistance.
Ability to pull, push, or pick up more than 50 pounds.
Ability to carry equipment and assist with patient movement.
Ability to work comfortably in a confined area for long periods of time.
Ability to ride in the back of ground transport vehicles for long periods of time.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Health Care Provider
Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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