ALS Paramedic MS Transport

About The Job

General Summary of Position
MEDSTAR Transport within MedStar Health is actively seeking Emergency Vehicle Operators/ Emergency Medical Techs to provide basic patient medical care during interfacility ambulance transport. You will perform medical procedures under the supervision of a transport paramedic, transport nurse, or established protocol. Sign on Bonus!!

Criteria

• New, full-time Emergency Vehicle Operator positions only
• Cannot be employed by MedStar Health in the same role within the past two years.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently operates the ground ambulance obeying all driving laws.
• Conducts an inspection of the assigned ambulance at the beginning of each shift to ensure the ambulance is ready and safe for use.
• Participates in the programs safety management system, providing feedback and participating in program safety initiatives.
• Achieves department goals and objectives, adhering to department policies, procedures, quality standards, and safety standards.
• Complies with governmental and accreditation regulations.
• Ensures cleanliness and appropriate par levels of supplies in transport vehicle(s).
• Establishes and maintains professional radio communications with MedSTAR and other agencies, adhering to appropriate FCC protocols.
• Initiates department standing orders in appropriate patients.
• Performs basic airway techniques including oxygen therapy.
• May perform bag-mask ventilation according to established departmental protocols in emergency situations.
• Maintains a safe and therapeutic environment of caring for patients and families.
• Provides basic patient comfort measures during procedures.
• When necessary, provides environmental support to expedite timely patient admission or transfer.
• Identifies and acts upon opportunities to improve the environment of care.
• Participates in MedSTAR Transport safety program.
• Participates in meetings and on committees and represents the department and hospital in community outreach efforts.

Minimal Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED required
• Successful completion of an approved EMT course required
• Completion of an approved emergency vehicle driving course prior to release from orientation required
• Experience: 1-2 years EMT experience preferred

License / Certification

• NREMT - National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians-Basic (EMT-B) required
• EMT - Emergency Medical Tech in the District of Columbia within 30 Days required
• EMT - Emergency Medical Tech in Maryland required
• MedSTAR Transport" or "Mid Atlantic Air Transportation Services" affiliation as an EMT prior to release from orientation required
• CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (includes BLS and NRP) for healthcare providers from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross within 90 Days required
• FEMA ICS 100 Course prior to release from orientation required
• FEMA ICS 200 Course FEMA IS-200.c Basic Incident Command systems for Initial Response prior to release from orientation required
• DL - Valid State Driver's License in good standing required
• No more than four points assigned to driver's license and must maintain a satisfactory driving record (no more than four points).
• Completion of approved Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (e.g., CEVO, EVOC) prior to release from orientation

Knowledge Skills And Abilities

• Effective interpersonal skills, including verbal and written communication
• Basic computer skills preferred

Pay

This position has a hiring range of USD $0.00 - USD $0.00 /Hr.