Job ID86018

LocationAurora, Colorado

Full/Part TimeFull-Time

Regular/TemporaryRegular

Why Work at Children's....

Here, it's different. Come join us. Children's Hospital Colorado has defined and delivered pediatric healthcare excellence for more than 100 years. Here, the nation's brightest nurses, physicians, scientists, researchers, therapists, and care providers are creating the future of child health. With an optimist's outlook, a trailblazing spirit, and a celebrated history, we're making new strides every day. We've been Magnet-designated four times by the American Nurses Credentialing Center and are consistently recognized among the best of the best pediatric hospitals with #1 rankings in Colorado and the region by U.S. News & World Report. As a national leader in pediatric care, we serve children and families from all over the nation. Our System of Care includes four pediatric hospitals, 11 specialty care centers, 1,300+ outreach clinics and more than 10,000 healthcare professionals representing the full spectrum of pediatric care specialties. Here, we know it takes all of us, every role, to deliver the best possible care to each child and family we treat. That's why we build our teams toward a foundation of equity in access, advancement, and opportunity. We know teams of individuals with different identities and backgrounds can nurture creativity and innovation. We know we can see, treat, and heal children better when our team reflects the diversity of our patient population. We strive to attract and retain diverse talent because we know a truly inclusive and equitable workforce will help us one day realize our most basic calling: to heal every child who comes through o A career at Children's Colorado will challenge you, inspire you, and motivate you to make a difference in the life of a child. Here, it's different.

Job Overview

The Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - Vascular Access works as a member of a multi-disciplinary team to provide emergent/urgent patient care in accordance with Children's Hospital Colorado's (CHCO) mission. The job functions under the medical direction of the Clinical Program Manager and EMS Medical Director. The EMT - Vascular Access will provide care under the direction of a physician; advanced practice provider; registered nurse; and or CHCO leadership within the scope of practices as dictated by Children's Hospital Colorado training, competencies, and guidelines. The EMT - Vascular Access will assist all different areas of the hospital to include: Inpatient and Outpatient areas. Inserting IVs - With or without Ultrasound Difficult Lab Draws/EKGs Assist PICC Nurses with sterile procedures

Additional Information

Department Name: Vascular Access Job Status: Full-time - & Part-time available Shift: Day and Night shifts available (7am - 7:30pm) or (7pm - 7:30am)

Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or equivalent, and graduation from an accredited/certified Emergency Medical Technician program (one of the following required) Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) with IV certification Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT) Paramedic Military/Combat Medic Specialist Training Experience: One (1) year peripheral IV experience. Certification(s): Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers and relevant life support certification as determined at position level. BLS through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer or ASHI Basic Life Support for Health Providers with card in-hand before start date. BLS or CPR card must be good through six months from date of hire. State of Colorado Emergency Medical Technician certification required. EMTs only - IV Certification required. If you are an AEMT, Paramedic, or have completed Military/Combat Medic Specialist training, a separate IV certification is not required. This position may require a BLS c rtification from the American Heart Association. Click on the following link and enter your zip code to find an appropriate class near you. Please note BLS (CPR cards) from organizations other than American Heart Association, even if it says it is AHA approved, will not be accepted.

Responsibilities

An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the following essential functions. These examples do not include all of the functions which the employee may be expected to perform.

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