EMT - Basic/Intermediate
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The EMT- Basic provides Basic Life Support transport and patient care of the sick and injured under supervision of the EMS Director, Department Medical Director, or one of his physician delegates (ER Physicians). They respond to calls for service that may include emergency calls and transfers as dispatched. They teach courses and perform various technical and routine duties within the "NM EMS Scope of Practice" using knowledge of departmental policies, procedures, and protocols. They are flexible with work schedules and available for call. The EMT-Basic performs daily station duties and operations in both non-supervised and supervised settings. They check and maintain EMS equipment, including ambulances, ensuring they are clean and always in a ready mode.
Essential Functions
- Responds to emergency calls and transfers as needed
- Provides Basic Life Support & Transport of the sick and injured
- Supplies & washes ambulances as needed or directed
- Cleans bays and station as per operations policy
- Completes Run Reports and billing in a timely manner as per department policy
- Tests & checks all equipment assuring all equipment is in a ready mode
- Maintains EMS License and certifications
- Attends regular EMS training that is mandated
- Attends department meetings regularly
- Drives safely and defensively
- Affirms safety is held to the highest standard in all elements of EMS
Requirements
- EMT Basic: High School Diploma Required, Current license as an New Mexico EMT-Basic, Current Basic Life Support (AHA), Valid New Mexico Drivers License at class “D” or above, Must meet insurance requirement to drive hospital vehicles, Must be able to pass a DOT physical, Must complete all EMS department training and orientation requirements within the initial employment period, Bilingual in Spanish beneficial
- EMT Intermediate: Minimum High School Diploma or GED preferred, Current license as an New Mexico EMT-Intermediate, Current Basic Life Support (AHA), Valid New Mexico Drivers License at class “D” or above, Must meet insurance requirement to drive hospital vehicles, Must be able to pass a DOT physical, Must complete all EMS department training and orientation requirements within the initial employment period, Bilingual in Spanish beneficial