ALS Paramedic

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced ALS Paramedic to join our team at Nationwide Children's Hospital. As a critical care transporter, you will be responsible for providing direct patient care and assistance using Family Centered Care principles. You will provide stabilization and emergency care of the acutely ill infant, child, adolescent, or adult by ALS level of ground transport.

• Collaborate with healthcare teams to manage the acutely ill patient through crisis intervention, support, and education.
• Perform physical observations, document medical-family history and clinical problem list, and plan care to meet all needs.
• Use evidence-based practice to perform stabilization and resuscitation, and provide direct care and continuous monitoring during transport.
• Administer medication under the supervision of the Transport Clinician or physician, and in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Maintain documentation of patient assessment, condition, interventions required, and communication processes on the transport record.
• Drive the MICU safely to and from transport locations, and assist in organizing rapid transport mobilization and assure appropriate utilization of resources.
• Evaluate methods of practice and recommend modifications to meet patient needs.
• Search out opportunities for research and assist in active projects.
• Identify education needs and support education through informal and/or formal teaching.
• Actively participate in the unit committees, educational opportunities, and projects to assure daily operation and growth.

• High school graduate or equivalent, required.
• Successful completion of the 2 stages of Transport Paramedic Training Program and Preceptorship.
• Valid Ohio driver's license and proof of auto insurance as required by hospital policy.
• Certified by the State of Ohio as an Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic, required.
• Certifications: BLS, NRP, PALS, ACLS, and trauma course prior to completion of orientation, required.
• Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills and basic computer knowledge, required.
• Demonstrated self-motivation, emotional intelligence, interpersonal skills, teaching, organization, rapid decision-making, advanced level of critical thinking, and ability to work under stress using sound judgment, required.
• Demonstrated leadership ability; accepts responsibility and accountability for all decisions and actions, required.
• 3 years of experience as an Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic, required.
• 2 years of experience in a pediatric emergency department, preferred.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are a motivated and compassionate individual who is passionate about providing exceptional patient care, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.