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

Temple University Health System • Philadelphia, PA

19d

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. Tomorrow is Here! Temple Physicians Inc. brings the best together. Our people enjoy something truly unique - settings with the resources of a world-class health system and the personal connections of a neighborhood doctor's office. With convenient locations, leading edge care, and staff who feel more like family, careers with Temple Physicians are second to none. Do you enjoy getting to know patients in a professional setting? Appreciate the possibilities and support offered by a large health system? Then join Temple Physicians, Inc. Your Tomorrow is Here! Temple Health is a dynamic network of outstanding hospitals, specialty centers, and physician practices that is advancing the fight against disease, pushing the boundaries of medical science, and educating future healthcare professionals. Temple Health consists of Temple University Hospital (TUH), Fox Chase Cancer Center, TUH-Jeanes Campus, TUH-Episcopal Campus, TUH-Northeastern Campus, Temple Physicians, Inc., and Temple Transport Team. Temple Health is proudly affiliated with the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University. To support this mission, Temple Health is continuously recruiting top talent to join its diverse, 10,000 strong workforce that fosters a healthy, safe and productive environment for its patients, visitors, students and colleagues alike. At Temple Health, your tomorrow is here! Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent Required
• Must be eligible for medical command in the Commonwealth of PA.
• 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
• 1 year experience performing critical care interfacility transport Preferred
• 3 years experience (minimum 4000 hours) in 911 or equivalent environment as an EMTParamedic 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 education, record maintenance, and skills upgrading.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees