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Thomas Jefferson Univ JeffSTAT Paramedic Critical Care Transport in Abington, Pennsylvania
Reference #: 9308487 Full time 36 hours/ week rotatingshifts JeffSTAT is a medical transportation service owned and operated by Thomas Jefferson University Hospital. We transport patients to any receiving hospital. Critical care transport nurses, paramedics, and emergency medical technicians are on staff and available to respond 24 hours a day. The Critical Care Transport Paramedic is primarily responsible for providing care to patients during inter-facility and emergency transports following JeffSTATrsquo;s predetermined treatment protocols. The Critical Care Transport Paramedic acts as an ambassador of Thomas Jefferson University Hospital (TJUH), as he or she is often the first member of the Jefferson healthcare delivery team with whom the patient and their family will have contact. Provides care to critically ill and injured patients following JeffSTATrsquo;s treatment protocols and standards of care Completes a patient care record, which details a patient assessment, treatment rendered during transport, and the patientrsquo;s outcome following interventions Provides continuous education to patients and their families with regards to the transport process, any interventions performed during transport, and the events that will transpire when the patient arrives at TJUH Inspects medical equipment for proper functioning at the beginning of each shift; inspects the quantity of medical supplies at the beginning of each shift; completes ambulance inventory checklist; completes refrigerator temperature log; completes glucometer control testing. Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the core values of the Hospital. Certificates/Licenses/Registration Paramedic (EMT-P)-Pennsylvania Basic Life Support (BLS)- Pennsylvania Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)- Pennsylvania Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)- Pennsylvania Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) Pennsylvania Valid Driver#39;s License Experience Requirements Three (3) years of previous field paramedic experience in a critical care transport program or 911 ALS ambulance service. The Critical Care Transport Paramedic shall be experienced and proficient in performing advanced life support skills such as intubation, IV insertion, medication administration, EKG interpretation, and chest decompression. Current medical command in good standing with the Philadelphia EMS Office or another region in Pennsylvania or New Jersey
Join the mission of Improving Lives as an ETC Paramedic at Jefferson Health. With more than 42,000 employees, wersquo;re the second largest employer in Philadelphia and the largest health system in the Philadelphia region. And our work to improve lives is never done.
As an ETC Paramedic, you will be responsible for the following:
Transfers and monitors patients within the assigned department/hospital.
Maintains cleanliness of patient rooms and ensures all equipment is in working order.
Provides direct patient care and assists with treatments/procedures as necessary.
Reporting to the Assistant Nurse Manager/Charge Nurse, the ETC Paramedic assumes responsibility for all patients administered to the Emergency Trauma Center (ETC) by assisting with technical and bedside care as needed. Qualifications for this position include:
Completion of EMT-P training program required
BCLS/ACLS certifications required
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Benefits include, but are not limited to:
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, amp; Vision Plans
Retirement Plans
Tuition Reimbursement
Health Coaching, Commuter Discounts, Day Care Services, etc. Covid Vaccination is a requirement for employment at Jefferson for employees working at Jeffersonrsquo;s clinical entities or at the University. If you are not currently vaccinated you will be required to receive the vaccination prior to hire date if you are offered employment, unless you request and receive an approved medical or r ligious exemption from Jefferson. About Jefferson Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow#39;s professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years.
Jefferson is committed to providing equal educashy;tional and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.
As an employer, the Jefferson Enterprise maintains a commitment to provide equal access to employment. Jefferson values diversity and encourages applications from women, members of minority groups, LGBTQ individuals, disabled individuals, and veterans.