EMT

Job Description

At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s.

Cincinnati Children's is:

• Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10  best children's hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years
• Second Among All Children's Hospitals forNational Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding
• Recognized as one ofAmerica’s Best Large Employers  (2025) ,America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2024)
• One of the nation's America’s Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune
• Consistently certified asgreat place to work
• ALeading Disability Employer as noted by the National Organization on Disability
• Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Medical Transport- Utilize emergency medical technician clinical skills, medical terminology, and ORC Emergency Vehicle Operation laws to transport patients. Independently assesses department needs and responds within EMT scope of practice. Maintains current driver's license and good driving records; points not to exceed 5. Maintains current national registry, Ohio and Kentucky EMS certification. Maintains a clear record of incidents in a CCHMC vehicle. Turns in all fuel slips and required documentation per standard operating procedure. Demonstrates compliance with physical requirements of lifting, pushing and carrying up to 150 lbs.

• Safety- Foster environment that prevents accident, illness and injury and strives for continuous improvement. Assure crew, family, and patients adhere to safety requirements while in a moving vehicle. Ensure the work environment is organized, safe, accessible, effective, and efficient for patients, families, and coworkers. Report malfunctioning equipment and other environmental hazards immediately. Anticipate change in needs based on volume. Ensure proper working conditions of patient care and unit equipment.

• Communication- Promote open and timely communication with all members of the health care team, patients, family members and visitors. Reports to nursing staff any change in observable response to patient's condition. Responds promptly to requests by patients, families and employees. Participate in improving organizational performance though recommending areas or approaches for improvement activities, performing new procedures, collecting data and providing input to department discussion. Maintain and respect confidentiality of patient, families and employees. Discuss concerns of work situation with director or designee.

• Confidentiality- Act in manner that maintains confidentiality, protects and safeguards patient/family personal medical and financial information at all times during collection, use and storage. Access only information and records necessary to perform the responsibilities of your position.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent

• 1+ year Emergency Vehicle driving experience

• Current Ohio EMT-Basic or equivalent certification

• Obtain Kentucky EMT-Basic certificate within 6 months of hire.

• Obtain National Registered EMT within 6 months of hire

• Current driver's license & good driving record must be maintained; points not to exceed 5

• Current CPR Certification

Market Leading Benefits Including*: 

• Medical coverage starting day 1 of employment.View employee benefits here.

• Competitive retirement plans 

• Tuition reimbursement for continuing education 

• Expansive employee discount programs through our manycommunity partners 

• Shift Differential, Weekend Differential, and Weekend Option Pay Programs 

• Referral bonus program for current staff! 

• Support through Employee Resource Groups such as African American Professionals Advisory Council, Asian Cultural and Professional Group, EQUAL - LGBTQA Resource Group, Juntos - Hispanic/Latin Resource Group, Veterans and Military Family Advocacy Network, and Young Professionals (YP) Resource Group 

• Physical and mental health wellness programs 

• Relocationassistance available for qualified positions

*Benefits may vary based on FTE Status and Position Type

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Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.EEO/Veteran/Disability