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

Welcome to the debut episode of Validated: The International Board of Specialty Certification Podcast. Host Mike Verkest is joined by John Clark to discuss the launch of the podcast and the exciting work underway to develop a new certification pathway for hospital paramedics. Together, they break down how paramedics are already thriving in emergency departments, ICUs, cath labs, rapid response teams, and other in-hospital roles—and why national standards and credentialing matter now more than ever.

You’ll also hear insights from subject matter experts who recently gathered in Dallas to help define the future of the profession through a formal job task analysis. From career growth and team-based care to expanding opportunities across healthcare, this episode explores how paramedics continue to evolve far beyond the ambulance.

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