Episode 2: Building the Blueprint: The Hospital Paramedic Survey

In Episode 2 of Validated: The Official Podcast of the IBSC, Mike Verkest and John Clark continue the conversation around the developing hospital-based paramedic certification. This episode breaks down the next major step in the process: the national survey built from the job task analysis.John explains why community input matters, how the survey helps shape the future exam blueprint, and why both supporters and skeptics should take part. The discussion also tackles common concerns around “money grab” criticism, the role of board certification in defining paramedic practice inside hospital systems, and how this credential may create new career pathways for experienced clinicians.Listeners will also hear what happens after the survey closes, including psychometric review, development of the detailed content outline, item writing, beta testing, and the anticipated path toward launch.Survey Link: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/019ddc129c78779aa195152209566c4c