Paramedic – Critical Care Transport

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Job Title:

Paramedic – Critical Care Transport

Cost Center:

301081091 System EMS

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

36

Employee Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Variable (United States of America)

Job Description:

This position may be eligible for a recruitment bonus.

JOB SUMMARY

The Critical Care Transport Paramedic works under the direction of the medical director and supervision of transport management is responsible for providing safe and the highest quality patient-centered care to critically ill or injured patients from all age groups. This individual will deliver patient care in a variety of settings including, scenes, interfacility transport, and hospital. The Critical Care Transport Paramedic practices at a professional level that serves to build and maintain relationships with hospital departments, referring organizations, and 911 services in order to promote integrated delivery systems.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

For positions requiring education beyond a high school diploma or equivalent, educational qualifications must be from an institution whose accreditation is recognized by the Council for Higher Education and Accreditation.

Minimum Required: Graduate of an EMT-P training course or related courses.

Preferred/Optional: Graduate of an EMT-P training course. Associate’s degree in related field.

EXPERIENCE 

Minimum Required: One year of EMS experience. Demonstrated critical thinking skill, communication, and interpersonal skills in highly stressful environment. Demonstrated knowledge of emergency vehicles and traffic laws and operations.

Preferred/Optional: Three years of Critical Care experience and experience as a paramedic.

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES 

The following licensure(s), certification(s), registration(s), etc., are required for this position. Licenses with restrictions are subject to review to determine if restrictions are substantially related to the position.

Minimum Required:

• Paramedic license awarded by the state of Wisconsin.
• Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator’s license as verified through appropriate licensing agency. Must meet the driving requirements and criteria acceptable to MCHS’s insurer.
• Critical Care Paramedic Certification awarded by the State of WI within one year of hire and eligibility to take course for experienced paramedics or within three years for new paramedics.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification awarded by the American Heart Association (AHA) within three months of hire.
• AHA Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification within six months of hire.
• AHA Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification within six months of hire.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) by AAP within six months of hire.
• Emergency Vehicle Operations Certification (EVOC), Certified Emergency Vehicle Operator (CEVO), or Emergency Vehicle Driver Training (EVDT) within two years of hire.

Preferred/Optional:

• State of WI Critical Care Paramedic Certification at time of hire.
• FP-C or CCP awarded by the (IBSC) within at time of hire
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification awarded by the American Heart Association (AHA) at time of hire.
• AHA Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification at time of hire.
• AHA Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification at time of hire.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) by AAP at time of hire.
• S.T.A.B.L.E. certification at time of hire.
• Flight Paramedic Certification (FP-C) or Critical Care Paramedic Certification (CCP) awarded by the International Board of Specialty Certification (IBSC) within two years of hire.
• Emergency Vehicle Operations Certification (EVOC), Certified Emergency Vehicle Operator (CEVO), or Emergency Vehicle Driver Training (EVDT) at the time of hire.

Marshfield Clinic Health System is committed to enriching the lives of others through accessible, affordable and compassionate healthcare. Successful applicants will listen, serve and put the needs of patients and customers first.

At Marshfield Clinic Health System, we are fully committed to addressing health equity, diversity and inclusion for our employees and providers, our patients, and the communities we serve. We believe that every individual should have the opportunity to attain their highest level of health. We embrace diversity and welcome differences in who we are and how we think. We believe that any individual or group should feel welcomed, respected and valued. View our Equity and Inclusion Statement here.

Exclusion From Federal Programs: Employee may not at any time have been or be excluded from participation in any federally funded program, including Medicare and Medicaid. This is a condition of employment. Employee must immediately notify his/her manager or the Health System’s Compliance Officer if he/she is threatened with exclusion or becomes excluded from any federally funded program.

Marshfield Clinic Health System is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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