Emergency Medical Technician - Ambulance Services Full-Time (Commitment Bonus Available)
JOB PURPOSE & MISSION
Administers first aid treatment or basic life support care to sick or injured persons in pre-hospital settings and during transport between campuses in accordance with applicable laws, regulations and hospital policies.
Essential Job Functions
Administers first aid treatment or basic life support care to sick or injured persons in pre-hospital settings.
Functions in uncommon situations with the understanding of stress response and methods to ensure personal well-being.
Understands body substance isolation.
Functions with the understanding of medical-legal principals associated with emergency care.
Responds to emergency and on-emergency calls calmly, efficiently, and promptly.
Recognizes the need to administer basic life support to patients at the scene, en route to the hospital and in any pre-hospital setting in accordance with federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and standards.
Treats patient at the scene, en route to the hospital, and in any pre-hospital setting in accordance with federal, state, local laws, regulations, and standards and in accordance with Baton Rouge General Policies and guidelines.
Open and maintains an airway, as well as, ventilating patients while assisting the paramedic.
Administers cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), including the use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED).
Administers oxygen or oral glucose when indicated, utilizing standing orders as provided on the appropriate protocol or use of medical direction.
Provides and manages care of basic trauma including the use of splints and spinal immobilization.
Completes patient care forms, insurance forms, and all other forms in a competent and timely manner.
Operates Emergency Vehicle
Determines that the vehicle is in proper mechanical condition by checking items required by service management and in accordance with federal, state, local laws, regulations and standards; and in accordance with Baton Rouge General policies and guidelines.
Maintains contact and promptly responds to instructions and calls given by dispatcher.
Collaborates with dispatchers to coordinate requests for non-emergent transports in accordance with dispatch guidelines.
Operates emergency vehicle in a safe manner and with controlled speed, in accordance with federal, state, local laws, regulations and standards; and in accordance with Baton Rouge General policies and guidelines.
Functions with knowledge of stretcher operations and proper lifting techniques.
Decontaminates the ambulance following treatment of any patient.
Ensures the ambulance is clean, washed, and kept in a neat, orderly condition.
Checks, restocks, and maintains inventory on the ambulance each shift.
Perform Additional Responsibilities and Routine Tasks
Representing the organization while on duty at public events.
Working in the ED in the role of an Emergency Room Technician (EMT) as needed.
Performing additional duties as assigned to allow for smooth and efficient operation of Baton Rouge General Ambulance Transport Service.
Job Requirements
Experience: Required: 1 year experience as EMT
Education: Required: none Preferred: High School Diploma or GED
Certifications & Licensure: Required: Nationally certified EMT State of Louisiana Licensed EMT Valid LA Class D Chauffer's License BLS-Basic Life Support Crisis Prevention training (within 6 months of hire)
Special Skills or Knowledge: Required: Knowledge of LA traffic laws and proper driving techniques Able to understand and carry out instructions Able to comprehend and follow traffic signs Able to transport assigned materials from building to vehicle and vice-versa. Dependable and motivated to complete duties without constant supervision.