EMT or Paramedic

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 for National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding
• Recognized as one of America’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 as great place to work
• A Leading 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: Use your EMT or Paramedic skills to transport patients safely and efficiently. Assess department needs independently and respond within your scope of practice.

• Safety First: Create a safe environment for crew, patients, and families. Ensure adherence to safety protocols in moving vehicles and report any equipment malfunctions or hazards immediately.

• Effective Communication: Foster open and timely communication with healthcare team members, patients, and their families. Report any changes in patient conditions promptly and participate in organizational improvement activities.

• Confidentiality: Protect patient and family information at all times. Access only the necessary information to perform your duties and maintain confidentiality.

• Patient Care: Provide high-quality patient care during transport and give comprehensive reports to receiving clinical personnel. Integrate age-specific and culturally diverse concepts into patient care.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

EMT

• High school diploma or equivalent

• 1+ year of work experience in a related job discipline

• Current Ohio EMT-Basic and National Registered EMT at time of hire

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

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

• Current CPR Certification

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Paramedic

• High school diploma or equivalent

• 2+ years of work experience in a related job discipline

• Ohio Paramedic Certification and National Registered EMT at time of hire

• Kentucky Paramedic certification within 6 months of hire

• ACLS, PALS certification within 3 months of hire

• Neonatal Resuscitation Provider within 6 months of hire

• Trauma certification within 1 year of hire

• Valid Driver's License with less than 5 points on driving record

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 many community 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 

• Relocation assistance available for qualified positions

*Benefits may vary based on FTE Status and Position Type

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Comprehensive job description provided upon request.

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