Critical Care Transport EMT

Franciscan Alliance, Inc.•Crown Point, IN

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Critical Care Transport EMT assists the Critical Care Transport Paramedic in providing specialized care to patients who need urgent procedures or admission to intensive care centers. The EMT also participates in training and education needed to maintain the role. The posting identifies an ambulance transport shift of 8 AM to 8 PM, with full-time, part-time, and PRN (as-needed) shift options. Travel is required up to 50%.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Experience operating a motor vehicle; the required number of years is not specified in the posting.
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) credential from the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT), Indiana.
Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association.
Driver's license.
Ability to travel up to 50%.

Responsibilities

Administer cardiopulmonary resuscitation, including use of automated external defibrillators in a pre-hospital setting.
Assess the patient en route to the emergency facility and administer additional care as required.
Function within the scope of care defined by state, regional, and local regulatory agencies.
Manage general medical complaints, including altered mental status, respiratory, cardiac, and diabetic complaints.
Report verbally and in writing observations and emergency medical care provided to the patient.
Restock and replace used linens, blankets, and other supplies.
Search for medical identification emblems as a guide to appropriate emergency medical care.
Assist the Critical Care Transport Paramedic in providing specialized care to patients needing urgent procedures or admission to intensive care centers.
Participate in training and education needed to maintain the role.