Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - Critical Care Transport

Ascension Health•Indianapolis, IN

68d•Onsite

About The Position

Provide support treatment, care and evaluation of patients on scene and during transport. Arrive to the scene of an emergency, determine the situation, and develop a plan of action. Use appropriate medical equipment and comprehend the severity of the injury. Monitor patient condition and perform data collection. Communicate findings and patient condition to primary Registered Nurse (RN). Assist with the mobilization, ambulation and transport of patients. Join our Critical Care Transport team as an EMT - Operator and make a difference in our community by saving lives! The Ascension St. Vincent Critical Care Transport (Adult ·Neonatal ·Pediatric ·Maternal Fetal) team is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Medical Transport Systems (CAMTS). We are dedicated to safety, quality, and evidence-based care delivery. Our Critical Care Transport (CCT) teams provide the highest quality of advanced transport medical treatment using industry-leading equipment while delivering safe and exceptional ICU-level care. Outside of industry-leading equipment, these crews are staffed with diverse backgrounds including Nurses, Respiratory Therapists, Paramedics and EMT's. This is how our teams can safely coordinate and manage a wide range of emergency calls that include adults, pediatrics and neonatal patients. We work closely with Peyton Manning Children's Hospital at Ascension St Vincent to ensure we have the team members available to coordinate all pediatric or neonatal calls. We are committed to safety in every transport, quality care delivery for every patient, and securing tomorrows for the patients we serve while strengthening communities. In-house education offered on a rolling calendar at both a departmental and organizational level. Classes include but not limited to: PHTLS, AMLS, ACLS, PALS, BLS, EVOC, Audit and Review, and NRP. EMT's and Paramedics are able to affiliate with the Critical Care Transport department. In-house Medical Directors to sign off re-certifications for both EMT's and Paramedics. Ascension St. Vincent in Indiana has been providing rewarding careers in healthcare for over 148 years. With 24 hospitals throughout the greater Indianapolis and Evansville areas, Ascension St. Vincent offers careers in a wide range of services including acute and long-term care, bariatrics, cancer care, cardiovascular services, emergency services, neuroscience, orthopedics, pediatric services, primary and urgent care, women's health services and more. Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states. Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.

Requirements

BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Drivers License obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
Emergency Medical Tech specializing in ER Vehicle Operation credentialed from the Indiana Department of Homeland Security obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date required. Emergency Vehicle Operator Course (EVOC), or Coaching the Emergency Vehicle Operator (CEVO) credentialed from Coaching Systems required.
Emergency Medical Tech credentialed from the Indiana Department of Homeland Security obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide support treatment, care and evaluation of patients on scene and during transport.
Arrive to the scene of an emergency, determine the situation, and develop a plan of action.
Use appropriate medical equipment and comprehend the severity of the injury.
Monitor patient condition and perform data collection. Communicate findings and patient condition to primary Registered Nurse (RN).
Assist with the mobilization, ambulation and transport of patients.