Transport Paramedic ERT, Ground Transportation, Full-Time Days

Beacon Health System is hiring a full-time night shift Transport Paramedic ERT for the Ground Transportation Department at Memorial Hospital in South Bend, IN. We’re proud to offer a $5,000 sign-on bonus for this position. Benefits Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance through Cigna Life Insurance 403(b) Matching Retirement Fund Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) Shift Differentials Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Tuition and Certification Reimbursement Clinical Ladder Program Local and National Discounts Beacon Academy Educational Courses Gym Membership Discount Responsibilities Performs advanced paramedic procedures approved by the Advanced Life Support Committee. Functions as a member of the Beacon Health System Transport Team managing patients with critical/emergent conditions including respiratory distress, trauma, cardiac events, diabetic emergencies, infectious diseases, drowning, poisoning, and other acute conditions. Applies emergency, critical care, and clinical skills to assess, stabilize, and transport patients. Collaborates with care teams to develop transport plans, manage patient needs, and address emergency situations. Maintains a safe and therapeutic transport environment while proactively managing risks. Operates ambulance communication systems including two-way radios and GPS mapping. Maintains transport logistics including contact lists, door codes, routes, and referral hospital maps. Administers oxygen therapy and performs airway management procedures including suctioning techniques. Monitors, assesses, and documents patient status, treatments, vital signs, interventions, and transport care. Initiates IV and intraosseous access, administers fluids, obtains lab samples, and performs point-of-care testing. Performs advanced life support procedures including CPR, intubation, cardioversion, defibrillation, and tension pneumothorax relief. Administers medications according to St. Joseph County EMS guidelines. Provides patient status follow-up to requesting agencies in compliance with HIPAA regulations. Participates in evaluation, inspection, maintenance, restocking, and repair coordination of equipment and ambulances. Completes and maintains required certifications/training including ACLS, BLS, PALS, NRP, PHTLS, S.T.A.B.L.E., EVOC, and departmental competencies. Maintains active paramedic certification in Indiana and Michigan. Works collaboratively with transport team members, physicians, hospitals, and external partners to ensure quality patient care. Demonstrates professional guest relations with referral hospitals, physicians, staff, and families. Serves in shift charge/field supervisory role as assigned, supporting staffing, transport coordination, and referral facility communication. Collaborates with Dispatch Center to optimize transport coverage and workflow processes. Assists with patient care procedures including feeding, bathing intubation support, line placements, sedations, and additional clinical procedures. Supports trauma responses and code events across departments as needed. Transports patients within the hospital and completes additional duties and projects as assigned. Qualifications Demonstrated knowledge of ambulance and transport equipment, including analytical skills to modify equipment for individual patient needs. Solid foundation in transport protocols and critical thinking to support effective care and decision-making. Adheres to sterile techniques and universal precautions. Exhibits strong guest relations and interpersonal skills for interactions with physicians, nursing staff, EMS personnel, and other healthcare team members. Communicates clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing. Demonstrates leadership qualities, organizational skills, self‑motivation, and ability to work independently. Performs effectively in high‑stress environments while maintaining strong team‑oriented behaviors. Knowledge, skills and abilities as indicated, normally acquired through successful completion of Indiana or State EMS‑approved paramedic course meeting St. Joseph County EMS guidelines. Current unrestricted Indiana or Michigan Paramedic license; current or previous National Registry to apply. One year of previous experience as a Paramedic is preferred. Must obtain and maintain both Indiana and Michigan Paramedic licenses. Must obtain Critical Care Paramedic (CC‑P) or Flight Paramedic Certification (FP‑C) within two years of hire date. #J-18808-Ljbffr