Summary:

The CHRISTUS Transfer Center paramedic is responsible for evaluating, coordinating, processing, screening, and documentation of patient transfers into the CHRISTUS Health Louisiana/SETX System. The CHRISTUS Transfer Center paramedic will collaborate with relevant business partners for appropriate level of care and transport of patients into the CHRISTUS Health Louisiana/SETX system. The CHRISTUS Transfer Center will be responsible for obtaining appropriate medical and demographic information and coordinating communication between the referring and receiving physician as well as between healthcare facilities. The CHRISTUS Transfer Center paramedic will efficiently engage appropriate departments in the transfer process.

 The CHRISTUS Transfer Center paramedic will utilize problem solving and customer service skills to determine the best course of action for the patient, the physician, and the hospital by working closely with facility House Supervisors, referring physicians, ED and inpatient staff to ensure the effective and efficient transfer of every patient.

Requirements:

• Graduate from an accredited program/school for paramedics or successfully passed paramedic exam post military service
• 5 years of experience as paramedic in a 911 or hospital setting required
• Current certification as an EMT-P
• Current BLS Card

Work Type: 

Full Time