Paramedic Clinical Coordinator
Job Details
Job Location: Trinity Health Hospital Campus & Medical District (01) - Minot, ND
Position Type: Full Time
Salary Range: Undisclosed
Job Shift: Days/Nights
Job Category: Emergency Medical Services
Description
The Paramedical Clinical Coordinator is a paramedic who assists the Nurse Manager for Trinity Health’s First Response - Air Ambulance. This position reports directly to the Nurse Manager and is responsible for the supervision and evaluation of patient care services related to Trinity’s air ambulance services. The Paramedic Clinical Coordinator contributes to the development of air ambulance processes and procedures; partners with the Medical Director and Nurse Manager regarding transport planning and operations; participates in design and implementation of the team training programs; plans and participates in teaching and evaluation of overall quality and safety; and assists in developing transport policies and protocols. The Paramedic Clinical Coordinator also assists in the selection and maintenance of equipment. Along with the Nurse Manager, he/she plans and participates in public relations flights/events and works closely with the Unit manager in completing many of his/her roles and duties. This person attends and is active in local, regional and state Emergency Medical Services (EMS) chapters and conferences. The Paramedic Clinical Coordinator is an active member of the flight crew and is expected to rapidly and accurately assess the clinical status of a patient is knowledgeable to handle unstable patient conditions. When working in the Emergency Trauma Center (ETC), provides direct patient care within paramedic scope of practice (see specific policy). Functions in a crew member role at least 50% of the time.
Qualifications
• Licenses and Certifications Required • North Dakota Paramedic License • Must be a National Registry of Emergency Medical Technical (NRP) licensed paramedic as time of hire • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) required at time of hire • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required at time of hire • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) required at time of hire • Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) required at time of hire • Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) preferred • Educational Requirements • High school diploma or GED preferred • Experience Requirements • A minimum of 2 years flight experience is required • Previous leadership experience is preferred • Special Skills or Training Requirements • Current member of Trinity First Response Air Ambulance crew • Instructor status and/or willing to obtain such status for most EMS courses. If not currently an instructor, he/she will obtain within 6 months of beginning in this role • Membersh