Emt Driver Cdh Mobile Stroke Unit Casual Days

Company Description
At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better healthcare, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. At Northwestern Medicine, we pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, we take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?
Job Description
The Mobile Stroke UnitEMT Driverreflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.
The Mobile Stroke UnitEMT Driver is responsible for driving a first response vehicle to acute stroke 911 calls.
Responsibilities:

• Functions as a member of the Mobile Stroke Unit Critical Care transport team and is responsible for the care of critically ill or injured patients with special focus on the stroke patient.
• Adheres to policies, procedures, and standards, within specifications, including time management, supply management, productivity, and accuracy of practice.
• Demonstrates a patient-centered focus in a high stress environment at all times along.
• Demonstrates the ability to establish a rapport with customers; including the ability to create and sustain a positive relationship.
• Ensures the safety of patients and all others functioning in and around the Mobile Stroke Unit.
• Utilizes appropriate safety channels to report safety concerns, and uses tools available to enhance a safe work environment.
• Assists in lifting, carrying and transporting patients.
• Maintains supplies, ensures ambulance and equipment maintenance.
• Annual Competencies of expanded scope of knowledge, equipment, and procedures shall be completed (based upon licensure level).
• Other duties as assigned.

AA/EOE
Qualifications
Required:

• IDPH EMT-Basic license.
• AHA Healthcare Provider BLS.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience driving fire engines, tenders, or trucks.
• Class B non-CDL.

Preferred:

• IDPH EMT-Paramedic license.
• 5 years of fire engineer experience.
• AHA ACLS.
• AHA PALS.
• NAEMT PHTLS.

Additional Information
Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.