EMT

Duties & Responsibilities

Within scope of job, utilizes critical thinking skills, decisive judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment, using critical thinking skill and decisive judgement within the scope of the role.

Serves as preceptor and mentor to other team members.

Adheres to professional standards, policies and procedures, federal, state and local requirements and standards of regulatory bodies.

Maintains requirements for licensure, certifications and skills maintenance.

Cross trains to cover multiple roles within department and/or other CHCO EDs and UCs (e.g. patient watches, covers breaks/shifts for ISS/PFSS).

Orders, restocks and manages inventory of medical supplies.

Participates in hospital committees, as directed by leadership.

Prepares patients for the health care visit by directing and/or accompanying them to the exam room; providing gowns, drapes and preparing instruments, equipment and necessary supplies.

Completes a variety of medical services including verifying patient information; reviewing and updating pertinent medical records; and documenting interventions.

Performs medical procedures as delegated including, but not limited to; medication administration, obtaining vital signs, performing CPR, EKGs, splint application, phlebotomy, and IV access.

Reports abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental and emotional conditions to medical/nursing staff.

Aids health care providers during examinations; prepares laboratory specimens; performs basic testing; disposes of contaminated supplies and cleans or prepares for sterilization of medical instruments.

Aids in balancing workloads, coordinates and maintains clinical flow by coordinating with care providers.

Provides standardized education for patients and families through written and verbal instructions and answering questions as directed by the provider.

Provides basic airway and respiratory management.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent, and graduation from an accredited/certified Emergency Medical Technician program (one of the following required)

• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) with IV certification
• Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT)
• Paramedic
• Military/Combat Medic Specialist Training

Skills

Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers and relevant life support certification as determined at position level.

BLS through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross

CPR for the Professional Rescuer, or ASHI Basic Life Support for Health Provides

Benefits

Competitive pay and benefits package including base pay, incentives, paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, company provided life and disability insurance, paid parental leave, 403b employer match (retirement savings), a robust wellness program, and access to professional development tools, including an education benefit to help you advance your career.

Annual employee bonus program based on organizational performance.

Base pay increases based on performance over the previous year.