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Job Summary
Full-Time Paramedic – St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children
Bring your paramedic experience to a role where your skills can make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families.
St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children is seeking an experienced and compassionate Full-Time Paramedic to join our pediatric care team. In this role, you’ll work closely alongside Registered Nurses and other members of the clinical team to provide safe, high-quality care during the transport of ill and injured pediatric patients.
This is a unique opportunity for a Paramedic who enjoys a fast-paced clinical environment and wants to expand their experience within pediatric healthcare while continuing to use the assessment, critical-thinking, communication, and patient-care skills that are at the heart of paramedicine.
If you’re ready to bring your skills, compassion, and commitment to a team dedicated exclusively to caring for children, we’d love to hear from you.
#STC
Qualifications
Education Requirements
About St. Christopher's Hospital for Children
St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children, a partnership between Tower Health and Drexel University, is a 188-bed facility that provides exceptional care to children throughout the Greater Philadelphia area and surrounding counties.
St. Christopher's has more than 220 pediatric experts on staff, combining top-notch pediatric care with a wide array of pediatric specialties including Cardiology, Ear, Nose and Throat, Gastroenterology, Oncology, and Orthopedics. It houses the only Verified Pediatric Burn Center between New York City and Baltimore and is one of only three Level I Pediatric Trauma Centers in Pennsylvania. St. Christopher’s is a Magnet® designated hospital and was recognized as a Women’s Choice Award Best Children’s Hospital.
In addition to its main location in Philadelphia, the hospital has a growing network of primary and specialty care locations throughout the Philadelphia suburbs and New Jersey so your child's health conditions can be treated close to home.
Discover why our hospital is a great place to work—take a virtual tour of our facility here: St. Chris Virtual Tour
Full-Time Paramedic – St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children
Bring your paramedic experience to a role where your skills can make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families.
St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children is seeking an experienced and compassionate Full-Time Paramedic to join our pediatric care team. In this role, you’ll work closely alongside Registered Nurses and other members of the clinical team to provide safe, high-quality care during the transport of ill and injured pediatric patients.
This is a unique opportunity for a Paramedic who enjoys a fast-paced clinical environment and wants to expand their experience within pediatric healthcare while continuing to use the assessment, critical-thinking, communication, and patient-care skills that are at the heart of paramedicine.
If you’re ready to bring your skills, compassion, and commitment to a team dedicated exclusively to caring for children, we’d love to hear from you.
#STC
Qualifications
Education Requirements
- Completes and maintains all competencies and trainings as required for role.
- Post High School Diploma Program - OR - combination of relevant education & experience may be considered in lieu of Post High School Diploma Program
- Previous paramedic or emergency medical services experience preferred; pediatric or critical care experience is a plus.
- Pa Paramedic Certification or PA EMT Certification
- BLS Certification
- ACLS Certification & PALS Certification
- Computer Skills to include use and navigation
- Multitasking
- Strong Team Player
About St. Christopher's Hospital for Children
St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children, a partnership between Tower Health and Drexel University, is a 188-bed facility that provides exceptional care to children throughout the Greater Philadelphia area and surrounding counties.
St. Christopher's has more than 220 pediatric experts on staff, combining top-notch pediatric care with a wide array of pediatric specialties including Cardiology, Ear, Nose and Throat, Gastroenterology, Oncology, and Orthopedics. It houses the only Verified Pediatric Burn Center between New York City and Baltimore and is one of only three Level I Pediatric Trauma Centers in Pennsylvania. St. Christopher’s is a Magnet® designated hospital and was recognized as a Women’s Choice Award Best Children’s Hospital.
In addition to its main location in Philadelphia, the hospital has a growing network of primary and specialty care locations throughout the Philadelphia suburbs and New Jersey so your child's health conditions can be treated close to home.
Discover why our hospital is a great place to work—take a virtual tour of our facility here: St. Chris Virtual Tour