EMT Driver

Nationwide Children's Hospital•Columbus, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Provides transportation and support to the Transport Program and fleet of ambulances. Assists in maintaining all requested department, state, and national data collection and records. On call hours required.

Requirements

Valid Ohio driver’s license and proof of auto insurance is required by hospital policy.
Must pass a motor vehicle background inspection, insurance eligibility, driving qualifications and training set forth by Nationwide Children’s Hospital and must maintain qualification of insurance guidelines.
Certified by the State of Ohio as an Emergency Medical Technician-Basic or Intermediate, required.
One year of experience driving emergency vehicles, required.
Demonstrated self-motivation, sensitivity, leadership, interpersonal skills, teaching ability, organization, and high level of critical thinking and decision making.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Must have 10 hours off from other jobs/positions prior to shift.
Must have at least 8 hours off from any other employment prior to driving.
Must pass a Fit for Duty Test upon hire, annually, and before returning to work from a leave of absence or FMLA.

Nice To Haves

Emergency Vehicle Operators Course (EVOC) or equivalent, preferred.
One year of pediatric patient care experience, preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintains safety of fleet, cargo, and passengers in accordance with hospital guidelines.
Assists with the planning of the transport team activities in accordance with established written guidelines, policies, and procedures.
Assist with office duties as requested.
The driver will provide cleaning and minor maintenance, daily inspection, daily shift briefings, inventory, cleaning, and documentation for department and state requirements.
Continually evaluates methods of practice, recommends changes and modifications to improve the department and patient outcomes.
Actively participates in the unit committees and projects to assure daily operation and growth of the Transport Program.
Functions as a resource to referral staff, Nationwide Children’s staff, and the community.
Assists team with patient care as defined in scope of practice and in accordance with Transport Team protocols.