ALS Paramedic (per diem/rotating)(Temple Transport Team)

Temple University Health System • Philadelphia, PA

81d

About The Position

Under limited supervision, plans, directs, and evaluates total patient care and functions in the transport environment on a particular shift, in accordance with established corporate philosophy. Orients, trains, and manages transport personnel. Relates effectively with other shifts for continuity of care; maintains positive relations with referring and receiving departments and nursing units; participates in all phases of education, maintenance of records, and upgrading of policies, procedures, and skills of personnel. Must be eligible for medical command in the Commonwealth of PA.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent Required
• 1 year experience performing critical care interfacility transport Preferred
• 3 years experience (minimum 4000 hours) in 911 or equivalent environment as an EMTParamedic Preferred
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support Required
• Basic Life Support Required
• Paramedic Certification Required
• Drivers License Required
• EMS Vehicle Operator Required

Nice To Haves

• Associate's Degree Preferred
• Bachelor's Degree Preferred
• Critical Care Paramedic Cert Preferred
• Natl Reg. Emergency Med Techs Preferred
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program Preferred
• Pediatric Adv. Life Support Preferred
• PreHospital Trauma LifeSupport Preferred

Responsibilities

• Plans, directs, and evaluates total patient care in the transport environment.
• Orients, trains, and manages transport personnel.
• Maintains positive relations with referring and receiving departments and nursing units.
• Participates in all phases of education and maintenance of records.
• Upgrades policies, procedures, and skills of personnel.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees