Emergency Medical Technician - PRN

Position Summary

About the role

Concentra is seeking a PRN (as-needed) EMT to support onsite construction clinics in Houston, TX. The EMT will provide emergency medical and trauma care to patients in various settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide emergency medical and trauma care to patients in various settings.
• Perform triage and provide urgent care to patients.
• Deliver high-quality patient care in line with established protocols.
• May perform DOT and Non-DOT drug and alcohol testing - training provided.
• Prepare patients for physical examinations, including taking vital signs and ancillary testing.
• Determine nature and extent of illness or injury to establish first aid procedures.
• Assist clients with case management of injuries and follow-up care.
• Dispense medications and DME as ordered by the treating clinician and in accordance with state regulations and standing orders.
• Administer prescribed first-aid treatment potentially performing such activities as application of splints, administration of oxygen or intravenous injections, treatment of minor wounds or abrasions, or administration of artificial resuscitation.
• Communicate with professional medical personnel at emergency treatment facility to obtain instructions regarding further treatment and to arrange for reception of patients at treatment facility.
• Complete quality assurance activities on equipment and medical devices as well as testing processes used in the center.
• Maintain supplies, clean equipment and onsite clinic.
• Notify supervisor immediately if equipment is not functioning properly, supplies are needed, or facility is not operating as expected.
• Keep patients informed of expected wait times during all aspects of the center visit.
• Follow HIPAA guidelines and safety rules.
• Attend client safety team meetings or huddles as required.
• Aid clients with wellness activities.
• Avoid distractions and keep the facility neat, clean, and orderly.
• Follow all applicable training including clinical competency training.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Certification as a Nationally Registered Emergency Medical Technician or Advanced EMT.
• CPR/First Aid Certification.
• Drug Screen Collection, Breath Alcohol Certification, and Hair and Oral Fluids Collection certifications a plus.
• OSHA safety certifications or experience a plus.
• ARC/CPR Instructor a plus.
• Must meet credentials in the state of employment in accordance with state requirements and applicable regulations.

Qualifications

• Customarily has at least 3 years 911 experience required.
• Fire Fighter experience a plus.

Skills

• Service Mentality.
• Attention to Detail.
• Sense of Urgency.
• Initiative and Flexibility.
• Outstanding customer service skills.
• Tact and professionalism.
• Ability to properly handle sensitive and confidential information (including HIPAA and PHI).
• Medical knowledge, techniques, and information needed to treat injuries.
• Ability to speak effectively and convey information to supervisors, peers, and customers.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office such as Word, Excel, Outlook and entry of data into various systems/applications.