At UC Health, our EMTs are more than transportation professionals-they are trusted members of the healthcare team who ensure patients receive safe, compassionate, and seamless care between facilities. As an Interfacility EMT, you will provide high-quality Basic Life Support (BLS) care while transporting patients with varying medical needs, working alongside nurses, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to support continuity of care.
This role is ideal for EMTs who value clinical excellence, professionalism, and patient advocacy. You'll have the opportunity to care for diverse patient populations, utilize your assessment and critical thinking skills, and make a meaningful impact on every patient encounter while working in a collaborative, mission-driven environment dedicated to improving lives.
Unit Details:
- Air Care & Mobile Care has provided the Greater Cincinnati area with specialized medical transport services for patients in our community for over 35 years.
- Air Care & Mobile Care is the only service in the region to be accredited infour levelsof medical transport by theCommission on Accreditation of Medical Transport Systems.
- Air Care & Mobile Care specializes in caring for and transporting critically injured and sick patients, wherever they may be, by bringing the world-class care of UC Medical Center to the patient.
Education & Experience:
High School Diploma or GED required.
Completion of an Emergency Medical Technician program required.
One year of EMT experience minimum.
Military medical/paramedicine experience considered.
Intra-facility transport experience preferred.
License & Certification:
Current Ohio EMT-B certification required; National Registry preferred.
Emergency Vehicle Operator Course (EVOC) or its equivalency must be obtained during the probation period.
BLS (American Heart Association) at the time of hire.
FEMA 100, 200 courses within the initial probationary period.
Active, unrestricted Driver's License with no more than 4 accrued points.
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About UC Health
UC Health is an integrated academic health system serving Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. In partnership with the University of Cincinnati, UC Health combines clinical expertise and compassion with research and teaching-a combination that provides patients with options for even the most complex situations. Members of UC Health include UC Medical Center, West Chester Hospital, University of Cincinnati Physicians and UC Health Ambulatory Services (with more than 900 board-certified clinicians and surgeons), and several specialized institutes including: UC Gardner Neuroscience Institute and the University of Cincinnati Cancer Center. Many UC Health locations have received national recognition for outstanding quality and patient satisfaction. Learn more at uchealth.com.
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As the region's adult academic health system, we strive for innovation and provide world-class care for not only our community, but patients from all over the world. Join our team and you'll be able to develop your skills, grow your career, build relationships with your peers and patients, and help us be a source of hope for our friends and neighbors. UC Health is an EEO employer
- Performs comprehensive, scope-appropriate patient assessments and recognizes changes in patient condition to provide safe, effective, and compassionate care throughout interfacility transport.
- Develops, implements, and evaluates individualized plans of care that address the patient's needs.
- Demonstrates clinical competence in the assessment, treatment, monitoring, and transport of patients with varying levels of acuity while operating within EMT scope of practice and organizational protocols.
- Performs Basic Life Support (BLS) interventions as indicated by patient condition.
- Obtains and accurately interprets vital signs and other patient assessment findings; performs approved point-of-care testing; safely administers and manages medications within EMT scope of practice and organizational protocols.
- Continuously monitors patient status during transport, promptly identifies changes in condition, and initiates appropriate interventions while communicating pertinent information to receiving facilities and medical control as necessary.
- Serves as a patient advocate by protecting patient rights, maintaining dignity, and ensuring privacy and confidentiality in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and organizational policies.
- Completes accurate, thorough, and timely documentation of patient care, transport activities, and operational records in accordance with regulatory and organizational standards.
- Demonstrates professionalism, accountability, and sound clinical judgment while maintaining effective communication with patients, families, healthcare providers, and fellow team members.
- Maintains all required licensure, certifications, competencies, and continuing education. Pursues ongoing professional development to remain current with evidence-based EMS practices and advancements in medical transport.
- Conducts all operations safely by adhering to infection prevention practices, safety policies, and vehicle operating procedures. Promptly identifies and reports safety concerns through established reporting processes.
- Ensures the safe operation, security, cleanliness, and readiness of assigned ambulances, equipment, and supplies, completing routine inspections and reporting maintenance needs promptly.
- Represents the organization with professionalism and provides exceptional customer service while supporting the mission, values, and standards of excellence in patient care.