Paramedic Transport |Pedi-Flite | Le Bonheur - Jackson at Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare

Job description

If you are looking to make an impact on a meaningful scale, come join us as we embrace the Power of One! We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where Associates can grow their career caring for others. For over a century, we’ve served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South. Responsible for the primary care of ill/ injured patients at the referring facility and during transports to the receiving facility. Responsible for relaying information regarding the patient condition to the medical control physician and working with team members and medical control to develop an individualized, evidence based, plan of care for each patient. In addition, complies with Pedi-Flite policy and procedure, hospital policies, and regulatory agency requirements. Participates in quality improvement and marketing for the Pedi-Flite program and serves as an educator and special resource provider of critical care services. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence. A Brief Overview Responsible for the primary care of ill/ injured patients at the referring facility and during transports to the receiving facility. Responsible for relaying information regarding the patient condition to the medical control physician and working with team members and medical control to develop an individualized, evidence based, plan of care for each patient. In addition, complies with Pedi-Flite policy and procedure, hospital policies, and regulatory agency requirements. Participates in quality improvement and marketing for the Pedi-Flite program and serves as an educator and special resource provider of critical care services. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. What you will do Participates in transports in accordance with Pedi-Flite policy and procedure, practice standards under medical direction, and specifically with the requirements of regulatory agencies( including FAA and CAMTS). Completes responsibilities to assure readiness for transport (pre-flight/pre-drive checks and operational safety). Participates in Pedi-Flite Quality Improvement Process (QM reports and reviews are central to CAMTS accreditation). Maintains mandatory requirements to be a transport team member and seeks opportunities to renew these requirements without prompting, prior to the expiration date(ensuring all specialty credentials remain current, a key CAMTS focus). Serves as a critical care resource person for hospital staff and participates in approved educational and marketing efforts. Maintains accurate medical and non-medical records. Participates in Pedi-Flite team meetings. Performs specific duties as a transport Paramedic Education Qualifications Required - Technical Degree or Diploma Paramedic Experience Qualifications Required - Four (4) years of related experience, with at least two (2) years as a paramedic. 3-5 years Skills and Abilities Working knowledge of critical care transport concepts, methods and techniques, and aero-medical physiology(including stressors of flight, which is essential for air transport per CAMTS standards). Ability to work without close supervision and to exercise independent judgement and critical thing skills in high-pressure, autonomous transport environments. Ability to understand and prepare moderately complex written material (e.g., patient records) and communicate verbally with associates, physicians, and medical control to ensure effective Crew Resource Management (CRM). Ability to prioritize and organize multiple tasks and projects to maintain control of workflow during time-critical transports. Licenses and Certifications Required - BASIC LIFE SUPPORT - Americ