Critical Care Paramedic

Position

Critical Care Transport Paramedic

Department

CareFlight Air & Mobile Services

Facility

Miami Valley Hospital

Shift

Full-time Days 7:00am-7:30pm / 72 Hours Per Pay

The MICU Paramedic functions in a versatile role that demonstrates professionalism and promotes excellence. The MICU paramedic provides advanced emergency/critical care in conjunction with a CareFlight Nurse during transport and may also provide patient care for patients in Miami Valley Hospital and any Premier Health facility where a Mobile Intensive Care Unit is based. The CareFlight MICU paramedic works with all populations of patients. This position also includes public relations and medical education functions.

Education

High School completion / GED; Certified as a Paramedic in the State of Ohio

Licensure / Certification / Registration

Paramedic in the State of Ohio

Required Certifications at the time of hire

• BLS, ACLS and PALS

Required Certifications within specified time frame following hire

• 90 Days – ITLS or PHTLS
• 1 Year – NRP, ATLS (audit)
• 2 Years – CAMTS approved professional certification

Experience

Minimum 3 years of full time Paramedic experience required. Preferred to have recent full-time active experience with 911 Emergency Service Agency or MICU Transport Company

Knowledge / Skills

• Customer Focus: Dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers
• Manage Ambiguity: Makes decision on the basis of information you have; copes with uncertainty and risk; easily adapts to change
• Composure: Calm and cool under pressure, does not become defensive or irritated when things are tough
• Team Player: Works together with colleagues as one team, is cooperative and encourages collaboration
• Compassion: Genuinely cares about others, including colleagues, associates and patients
• Time Management: Sets and prioritizes goals, uses time efficiently and effectively
• Flexibility: Maintains flexibility in assisting to meet department staffing needs