EMT - 24 Hour
Personal Touch Home Health Care Services Inc. · Margaretville, NY · 1 wk ago
HealthcareFull-time
About the role
The EMT is responsible for providing all aspects of patient care in out-of-hospital settings within the scope of certification as defined by the NYS DOH.
Responsibilities
- Ensuring ambulance cleanliness and completing pre-run checks
- Assessing response needs based on dispatch info and weather conditions
- Evaluating patient conditions and delivering emergency care according to NYS BLS AAREMS Protocols
- Assisting with patient handling, treatment, lifting, and transportation
- Requesting additional assistance or specialty services when necessary
- Documenting patient assessments and care in PCRs
- Providing care during inter-facility transfers per Physician Orders
- Using proper radio procedures and monitoring patients throughout contact
- Maintaining ambulance readiness and integrating with other agencies when needed
- Following department policies, infection control, and maintaining professional conduct
Qualifications
- Preferred but not required: relevant experience
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Required: NYS EMT certification, current CPR card, valid NYS driver's license; EVOC or equivalent preferred
- Must be competent in reading and writing