Job Abstract

Navigates ambulance to respond to emergency calls. Maintains equipment on assigned mode of transportation. In collaboration with medical control officer, assesses nature and extent of illness or injury requirement critical care transport. In collaboration with medical control, administers appropriate emergency medical care as dictated by scope of practice for EMT-P in Ohio. Communicates with medical personnel at hospital, reports/records observations, and follows directives until report and hand... more details

Critical Care Transport Paramedic

Cleveland

Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

Critical Care Transport-Medical Operations

G99974

Day/Night Rotation

6:30am-6:30pm/6:30pm-6:30am

Join the Cleveland Clinic team, where you will work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-first healthcare. Cleveland Clinic is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the country. At Cleveland Clinic, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

As a Critical Care Transport Paramedic, you will be responsible for knowing medications, administering them, the equipment, and patient assessment and documentation. The patients you will be caring for are the most critical and we expect our paramedics to work to the top of their certificate. We are looking for someone who has experience either in a tertiary care center or in critical care transport. This team travels to various hospitals throughout Northeast Ohio and we only transport one patient at a time. No day is the same in this position, giving you the opportunity to learn something new daily. This team received the Safety award from Air Medical Transport, and the Gold Level Lifeline EMS award while working with Medina LST.

Join the Cleveland Clinic team, where you will work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-first healthcare. Cleveland Clinic is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the nation. At Cleveland Clinic, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.  
 
As a Critical Care Transport Paramedic, you will be responsible for knowing medications, administering them, the equipment, and patient assessment and documentation. The patients you will be caring for are the most critical and we expect our paramedics to work to the top of their certificate. We are looking for someone who has experience either in a tertiary care center or in critical care transport.
 
Our ideal caregiver is someone who: 
• Is self-motivated. 
• Is adaptable to many situations. 
• Can quickly critically think. 
• Is a team player. 
• Has a strong work ethic. 
 
This team is energetic and full of innovative ideas. The work culture in this department is positive and communication is clear between all team members. You will be supported by leadership and professional development is encouraged. You will be required to obtain certain certifications before and during your paramedic career with Cleveland Clinic. The certifications are ACLS/BLS required upon hire, NRP/PALS within 6 months, ITLS within 1 year, and either FP-C or CCPC within 2 years. Join our team and together, provide exceptional patient care. 

At Cleveland Clinic, we know what matters most. That's why we treat our caregivers as if they are our own family, and we are always creating ways to be there for you. Here, you'll find that we offer: resources to learn and grow, a fulfilling career for everyone, and comprehensive benefits that invest in your health, your physical and mental well-being and your future. When you join Cleveland Clinic, you'll be part of a supportive caregiver family that will be united in shared values and purpose to fulfill our promise of being the best place to receive care and the best place to work in healthcare.  

Responsibilities:

• Navigates ambulance to respond to emergency calls.
• Maintains equipment on assigned mode of transportation.
• In collaboration with medical control officer, assesses nature and extent of illness or injury requirement critical care transport.
• In collaboration with medical control, administers appropriate emergency medical care as dictated by scope of practice for EMT-P in Ohio.
• Communicates with medical personnel at hospital, reports/records observations, and follows directives until report and hand-off at hospital.
• Travels in assigned modes of transport for up to extended periods of time to provide care for patients.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education:

• Completion of an accredited EMS-Paramedic training program.

Certifications:

• Current licensure as an Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic (EMTP) in the current State
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).
• Pediatric Advance Life Support (PALS) and Newborn Resuscitation Program (NRP) required within 6 months of hire.
• International Trauma Life Support (ITLS) and FP-C (flight paramedic-certified) required within 2 years of hire.
• Current valid State Driver's License (VDL).
• State licensure if required by state law.
• Passport required for entry to Canada and international transports.

Complexity of Work:

• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Work Experience:

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience as an EMT-P required in a critical care setting as a flight or surface transport paramedic or in-hospital experience.
• Experience in larger metropolitan area preferred.
• Experience in emergency room, etc., or other critical care transport preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to perform in limited quarters, ground and air transport modes and in all types of terrain and weather conditions. Frequent bending, twisting, climbing steps or ladders, stooping, kneeling, and crouching.
• Medium Work - exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for light work.

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required for procedures.

                       

The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our tobacco free and drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substance and nicotine. All offers of employment are follwed by testing for controlled substances and nicotine. All new caregivers must clear a nicotine test within their 90-day new hire period. Candidates for employment who are impacted by Cleveland Clinic Health System's Smoking Policy will be permitted to reapply for open positions after one year.

Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption.

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