Critical Care Transport EMT

Mercyhealth • Janesville, WI

117d • $17 - $27

About The Position

The transport Basic Provider (EMT) is responsible for providing high quality critical care and transportation of critically ill or injured patients to the appropriate medical facilities utilizing standards and guidelines established by Mercyhealth Medical Director(s). The transport EMT is a key member of the Emergency Department (E.D.), and demonstrates the highest quality of emergency/critical care standards of practice and commitment to safety. Cares for patients, prepare and compiles records, and process orders in the hospital setting under direction of nursing staff, by performing duties within scope of practice, and supporting the nursing philosophy. May include weekends, holidays, day, evening, night and /or on-call hours. Participate as an active member of outreach by assisting with education classes both comprising and giving education to hospital staff and EMS agencies. Participates in Quality Improvement (Q.I) of the CCTT program as a whole. Perform other duties as assigned including floating to various units and facilities within Mercyhealth based on identified needs and clinical competency.

Requirements

• Two (2) years' experience in a busy 911 system and ALS experience preferred.
• Previous Critical Care transport experience preferred.
• National Registry Certificate Required.
• EMT License in State of Practice is required.
• Dual State of Illinois and Wisconsin licensure required within 90 days.
• BLS/CPR required within 90 days.
• For those driving Mercyhealth vehicles: Maintain a valid driver's license and have and maintain an acceptable driving record per Mercyhealth's HR.100 Fleet and Driver Safety policy.
• For those driving their personal vehicles: Maintain a valid driver's license and reliable transportation with proof of vehicle insurance when requested.

Responsibilities

• Provides pre-hospital basic life support care from the initial contact until patient care is relinquished to the accepting medical facility; maintains thorough patient care documentation (TraumaSoft/Epic) in a timely manner.
• Practices within his/her scope of practice as defined by the State of Illinois/Wisconsin and Mercyhealth.
• Maintains competency in knowledge and psychomotor skills by participating in ongoing laboratory and clinical experiences.
• Communicates educational needs to the program leadership.
• Provides patient care as assigned and per routine, according to standards of care, shift routines, and policies and procedures.
• Performs basic skills and procedures as approved by Mercyhealth.
• Maintains documentation of required licensure, certifications, continuing education, and safety training, OSHA and HIPAA training, clinical rotations, and advanced procedures.
• Attends educational programs as required by the Medical Director.
• Participates regularly in departmental activities, simulation, projects and committees (to include research and publishing opportunities).
• Maintains awareness of current issues related to pre-hospital care through participation in professional activities.
• Clearly communicates program goals and objectives.
• Knowledgeable in use and routine maintenance of all equipment and supplies used by Mercyhealth.
• Responsible for reporting medical equipment failures and taking initial steps to ensure repair of equipment as directed.
• Maintains adequate supplies within program/ambulances to deliver patient care.
• Assists with the routine maintenance of the ambulance, equipment and facilities to ensure a clean, orderly, and professional appearance.
• Functions as a CCTT ground team member by attending pre-call briefings and post-call debriefings.
• Assists in pre-call, i.e., radio, navigational, and weather observation activities.
• Complies with safety standards to assure safety of self, medical personnel, patient, and equipment.
• Conducts safety briefings as needed.
• Participates regularly in Mercyhealth meetings, activities, projects and committees.
• Participates in patient and referring institution follow-up and planned outreach marketing and education activities.
• Maintains a clean work and patient environment.
• Processes orders in an accurate and timely manner.
• Answers the telephone and call lights appropriately provides information or relays messages to patients and staff.
• Maintains and orders supplies- Including scanning, stocking and ordering new supplies and disposing of expired or damaged supplies within departments/ambulances.
• Performs venipuncture, IV access, 12-lead acquisition, blood glucose analysis, and CPR/Lucas as ordered/directed within Emergency Department.
• Assists with splinting applications by gathering needed supplies.
• Transports non-monitored patients to in-patient units.
• Floats to outlying Mercyhealth facilities (Janesville, Rockford, Walworth, Harvard) based on identified needs/staffing models.
• Directs visitors to patients' rooms.
• Maintains medical records of current patients.
• Processes patient charges and orders supplies as needed.

Benefits

• Health and dental insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Retirement plan with a competitive matching contribution.
• Paid time off.
• Education assistance programs to support employees in their career advancement.
• Access to internal and external employee assistance programs.
• Employee-only discount packages.
• Paid parental and caregiver leaves.
• On-demand pay.
• Special payment programs for patient services.
• Financial education to help with retirement planning.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed