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Paramedic LifeFlight (Full Time) *Coming Soon"

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $21.00 - $29.25
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Work Schedule

On-call
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Life insurance
Professional Development
Employee assistance program

Job Description

Nicklaus Children's Hospital is a renowned pediatric healthcare facility dedicated to providing exceptional medical services to children and their families. Known for its commitment to compassionate care and state-of-the-art medical technology, the hospital operates a LifeFlight Transport Program focused on the rapid and safe transport of critically injured or ill pediatric patients. This program plays a crucial role in ensuring that patients receive timely advanced medical intervention by transporting them between medical facilities or to specialized care units within the hospital system. The hospital fosters a culture of continuous improvement, actively engaging its staff in training, development, and innovative practices... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Active Florida paramedic license
  • Driver's license active and valid State of Florida driver's license with an approved driving record
  • American Heart Association (AHA) BLS certification
  • American Heart Association (AHA) PALS certification
  • American Heart Association (AHA) ACLS certification
  • Neonatal Resuscitation Program American Academy of Pediatrics NRP certification within 6 months of hire
  • Completion of EVOC course
  • Trauma certification: PHTLS or ITLS within 6 months of hire
  • FP-C, NPT-C, or CCP-C certification within 18 months of hire
  • 1.5 years as a licensed EMT

Job Qualifications

  • Active Florida paramedic license
  • Driver's license active and valid State of Florida driver's license with an approved driving record
  • American Heart Association (AHA) BLS certification
  • American Heart Association (AHA) PALS certification
  • American Heart Association (AHA) ACLS certification
  • Neonatal Resuscitation Program American Academy of Pediatrics NRP certification within 6 months of hire
  • Completion of EVOC course
  • Trauma certification: PHTLS or ITLS within 6 months of hire
  • FP-C, NPT-C, or CCP-C certification within 18 months of hire
  • 1.5 years as a licensed EMT
  • High school education or equivalent preferred
  • 1-3 years of experience driving an emergency vehicle preferred
  • NREMT-P and/or Critical Care Course required
  • Ability to communicate verbally and in writing
  • Able to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
  • Training as paramedic, medical corps preferred
  • PALS/ACLS instructors preferred
  • Available up to 2 hours prior to/after each scheduled shift
  • Able to take 12 hours on-call per week every week

Job Duties

  • Administers ACLS/PALS medications and/or other medications as required per transport and Medical Director of the program
  • Assists with inter-facility and intra-facility transfers of patients and attends to personal needs of patients/families with each transport
  • Functions as a professional representative of the Nicklaus Children's Hospital LifeFlight Transport Program on every shift
  • Maintains and provides upkeep of MCHS ambulances, transport equipment, and supplies on every shift
  • Performs and assists with assessment and vital signs with each patient contact
  • Promotes corporate compliance within the framework of the Code of Business and Ethical Conduct with each shift
  • Renders advanced life support to ill or injured patients in adherence with written protocols under the supervision of the medical control on every transport

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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