EMT Transport Driver

Location:Pensacola, FL

Facility: The Studer Family Children's Hospital at Ascension Sacred Heart

Department: Ambulance Grounds

Schedule: PRN

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

• Retirement: 403(b) plan
• Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process.

Drive an ambulance to transport ill or injured patients to the appropriate facility.

• Ensure safe transportation of ill or injured patients.
• Maintain ambulance in clean condition and working order. Perform regular routine inspections prior to each shift to ensure safe operation of the vehicle.
• Assist with stocking the ambulance with needed supplies and ensure on-board equipment is in working
  order.
• Perform the duties of an EMT or Paramedic, depending on qualifications, as needed.

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Advanced Life Support obtained within 3 Months (90 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• BLS Provider specializing in Basic Life Support credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required.
• Certification specializing in Neonatal Resuscitation obtained within 3 Months (90 days) of hire date or job transfer date required.
• Drivers License obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support obtained within 3 Months (90 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• One or more of the following required:
  • Licensed Emergency Medical Tech credentialed from the Florida Department of Health obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
  • Paramedic credentialed from the Florida Department of Health obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Education:

• High school diploma/GED with 2 years of experience, or Associate's degree, or Technical degree required. Emergency Vehicle Operator Course (EVOC) obtained within 30 days of hire date.

• EVOC trained.
• 1 year of EMT experience

Equal employment opportunity employer

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