Critical Care Paramedic - Neonatal / Pediatric (NETS) Transport Team

Professional Paramedic with at least 3 years of field experience as Advanced Life Support provider who has critical care credential. They should be able to handle the full gamut of critical care transport including: airway and vent management complicated medication therapies central venous access blood administration interpretation of common lab and diagnostic studies and other advanced skills typically associated with critical care medicine.

• Assesses and treats ill and injured patients in accordance with local and University protocols.
• Responsible for administering advanced life support care to critically ill or injured persons in a safe environment.
• Maintains safety as a primary responsibility throughout all aspects of care and transportation.
• Identifies potential areas for improved care.
• Interfaces effectively with peers and customers and assumes responsibility for professional development of self and others per department policy.
• In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.
  

Position Compensation Range: $24.24 - $38.78 Hourly

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: High School Diploma/Equivalency required. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Experience: 3 years of relevant experience at the advanced life support level required. 5 years and previous inter-facility transport experience preferred.
Licensure: Required: Virginia Department of Health Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic or eligible for reciprocity American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification. American Heart Association (AHA) ACLS American Heart Association (AHA) PALS Unrestricted Valid Driver’s License. Required within 6 months of hire date: Neonatal Resuscitation Program STABLE Emergency Vehicle Operators Course (EVOC) Level II or higher. Required within one year of hire date: Accredited Trauma Course Certification. International Board of Specialty Certification Flight Paramedic (FP-C) or Critical Care Paramedic (CCP-C).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must be able to safely and securely fasten seat belts and shoulder harnesses in aircraft or ambulance as provided by the aircraft or ambulance manufacturer without modification to those safety devices. Able to tolerate stressors of flight and medical transport including but not limited to: excessive motion vibration extreme temperatures standing or sitting for prolonged periods frequent traveling bending/stooping and providing patient care in confined spaces. Able to respond to visual verbal and non-verbal commands and communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Must be able to lift/push/pull a minimum of 150 lbs. May be exposed to hazardous chemicals blood/body fluids and infectious diseases.

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