ALS PARAMEDIC

Temple Health • Lower Moreland Township, PA

6d

About The Position

Under limited supervision, plans, directs, and evaluates total patient care and functions in the transport environment during a particular shift, in accordance with established corporate philosophy. Orients, trains, and manages transport personnel. Works effectively with other shifts to ensure continuity of care and maintains positive relationships with referring and receiving departments and nursing units. Participates in education, record maintenance, and the updating of policies, procedures, and personnel skills. Must be eligible for medical command in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).
• Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Paramedic certification.
• Driver’s license.
• EMS Vehicle Operator qualification.
• Eligibility for medical command in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree.
• Bachelor’s degree.
• One year of experience performing critical care interfacility transport.
• Three years of experience (minimum 4,000 hours) in a 911 or equivalent environment as an EMT-Paramedic.
• Critical Care Paramedic certification.
• National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians certification.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program certification.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support certification.
• Prehospital Trauma Life Support certification.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and evaluate patient care and transport-environment functions during a shift.
• Orient, train, and manage transport personnel.
• Coordinate with other shifts to maintain continuity of care.
• Maintain positive relationships with referring and receiving departments and nursing units.
• Participate in education, maintenance of records, and upgrading policies, procedures, and personnel skills.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED