Paramedic ALS BLS

Job description

Your future role at a glance
• Location: Indianapolis, IN
• Facility: Ascension St. Vincent
• Department/Specialty: Critical Care Transport
• Schedule: Day, Night, 12/24-hour shifts | Full-time

How you’ll make an impact in this role
• Identifies, intervenes, and stabilizes the ill or injured patient during interfacility and intrafacility as part of the transport team in collaboration with the transport physician and/or Registered Nurse.
• Initiates and implements interventions based on transport team protocols. Monitors, records and communicates patient condition and treatment, as appropriate.
• Contacts receiving medical personnel, reports observations and follows directives.
• Inspects, maintains and cares for equipment to ensure safety of the transport team, patients and public.
• May be required to drive an ambulance to transport patients and/or supplies.
• Complies with the Air Medical Vendor limitations and physical requirements.

What minimum requirements you’ll need
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
Required Credential(s):
• Advanced Life Support obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Certification specializing in Neonatal Resuscitation credentialed from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date.
• Certification specializing in The S.T.A.B.L.E Program obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date.
• Drivers License obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• Emergency Medical Tech specializing in ER Vehicle Operation credentialed from the Indiana Department of Homeland Security obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date. Emergency Vehicle Operator Course (EVOC), or Coaching the Emergency Vehicle Operator (CEVO) credentialed from Coaching Systems.
• Paramedic credentialed from the Indiana Department of Homeland Security obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Certified Prehospital Trauma Life Spprt obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date.

One or more of the following:
• Paramedic specializing in Critical Care credentialed from the International Board of Specialty Certification obtained within 24 Months (2 years) of hire date or job transfer date.
• Certified Paramedic specializing in Flight obtained within 24 Months (2 years) of hire date or job transfer date. Flight Paramedic Certification (FP-C)

Education
• High school diploma/GED with 2 years of experience, or Associate's degree, or Technical degree required.

Work Experience:
• Minimum Qualification: Three years of experience in Emergency Medical Services.
• Preferred Qualification: Five years of experience in Emergency Medical Services.

Benefits that help you thrive
Benefits that help you thrive
• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

*Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process.
Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity
Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
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