Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)-PRN Mids (Internal Only)

Come join our team and make a difference every day by providing clinical and technical support, assisting nurses and medical staff to ensure quality care, and performing clerical, communication, and related duties to facilitate efficient Care Center services. This role supports the mission, vision, values, and strategic initiatives of Mary Washington Healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate performance according to expectations and standards set by the position description.
• Build collaborative relationships with MWHC/ED staff, nursing, and physicians through verbal communication and accurate documentation.
• Assist nurses in collecting patient data and specimens.
• Perform designated patient care procedures to support nurses and medical staff.
• Participate in the unit and MWHC infection control plan and performance improvement process.
• Assist the Manager with Regulatory Readiness as needed.
• Participate in the unit risk management plan.
• Demonstrate effective communication, customer service, and team-building skills.
• Take responsibility for professional growth, development, and regulatory/education requirements at the department level.
• Maintain licensure or certifications required for the position during employment.
• Perform clerical responsibilities using the hospital’s information systems.
• Facilitate communication between diagnostic/testing areas, patient care areas, and families.
• Answer patient call lights and communicate requests to appropriate personnel immediately.
• Respond to and carry out patient and family requests when appropriate.
• Serve as a customer-friendly unit receptionist for associates, physicians, patients, families, and visitors.
• Facilitate physician and department consults until completion.
• Maintain a safe and orderly environment.
• Coordinate equipment and supply needs in collaboration with the Supply Agent.
• Assist with cleaning and maintaining equipment; notify appropriate departments of malfunctions.
• Initiate emergency procedures as directed.
• Perform additional duties as needed, including those of other care team members.
• Perform Communication Coordinator duties as needed.
• Perform venipuncture and start IVs.
• Conduct phlebotomy and specimen collection with proper labeling and transporting.
• Apply cardiac monitors where appropriate and perform 12-lead EKGs.
• Set up sterile trays for suturing and sterile procedures.
• Insert Foley catheters when appropriate and document intake and output.
• Perform splinting and/or application of orthopedic adjuncts per physician orders.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Current Virginia State EMT Certification and/or National Registry required.
• AHA BLS Provider CPR certification required at hire.
• One (1) year of EMT, military corpsman, or clinical-related experience preferred.
• AHA ACLS and PALS certifications preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Constant (67-100% of workday) walking, standing, use of arms and hands.
• Frequent (34-66% of workday) bending, stooping, kneeling, and squatting.
• Ability to lift 35 lbs. and push/pull 20 lbs.
• Auditory and visual skills, including color determination.
• Ability to work in confined spaces and reach overhead.

Mental Requirements

• Critical thinking and analytical skills.
• Ability to multi-task and communicate effectively with a multi-disciplinary team.
• Capacity to cope with difficult situations and tolerate irregular hours, including evenings, nights, and weekends.

Environmental Requirements

• Potential risk of exposure to radiation and toxic chemicals.
• Potential for exposure to bloodborne pathogens; must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment.

Pay

$20.91 - $29.28 per hour.