Critical Care Transport 1 - EMT

Overview

EMT - Critical Care Transport Team

• Janesville, Wisconsin and Rockford, Illinois
• 36 hours / week - Night Shfits
• Benefits Eligible
• We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes health and dental insurance, tuition reimbursement, retirement plan with a competitive matching contribution and paid time off. Mercyhealth offers several education assistance programs to support employees in their career advancement. Mercyhealth employees have access to our internal and external employee assistance programs, employee-only discount packages, paid parental and caregiver leaves, on-demand pay, special payment programs for patient services, and financial education to help with retirement planning.

The transport Basic Provider (EMT) is responsible for providing high quality critical care and transportation of critically ill or injured patients to the appropriate medical facilities utilizing standards and guidelines established by Mercyhealth Medical Director(s). The transport EMT is a key member of the Emergency Department (E.D.), and demonstrates the highest quality of emergency / critical care standards of practice and commitment to safety. Cares for patients, prepare and compiles records, and process orders in the hospital setting under direction of nursing staff, by performing duties within scope of practice, and supporting the nursing philosophy. May include weekends, holidays, day, evening, night and / or on-call hours. Participate as an active member of outreach by assisting with education classes both comprising and giving education to hospital staff and EMS agencies. Participates in Quality Improvement (Q.I) of the CCTT program as a whole. Perform other duties as assigned including floating to various units and facilities within Mercyhealth based on identified needs and clinical competency.

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Education and Experience

Two (2) years' experience in a busy 911 system and ALS experience preferred.

Previous Critical Care transport experience preferred.

Certification and Licensure

For those driving Mercyhealth vehicles :

Maintain a valid driver's license.

Have and maintain an acceptable driving record per Mercyhealth's HR.100 Fleet and Driver Safety policy.

For those driving their personal vehicles :

Maintain a valid driver's license and reliable transportation with proof of vehicle insurance when requested.

Have and maintain an acceptable driving record per Mercyhealth's HR.100 Fleet and Driver Safety policy.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

INFORMATION ACCESS

Partners will have access to patient care records and PHI within this job role