EMT, Full Time

Position Summary

The GVHP EMT is responsible for working collaboratively with his or her assigned ALS partner and department personnel to provide direct patient care and manage scene logistics. The EMT is expected to possess foundational knowledge of basic life support practices, urban and backcountry medicine, all hazards response, and interfacility transfers. The EMT is also responsible for prompt patient care documentation and other duties as assigned.

Education

• Successful completion of a class that meets or exceeds the requirements set forth by the USDOT for EMT.
• A High School Diploma or equivalent.

Experience

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Previous experience in EMS is preferred.

Licenses/Certification

• Valid Colorado state driver's license free from restrictions and suspensions.
• Valid Colorado state EMT certification required.
• National Registry EMT certification required.
• Also required: current AHA Basic Life Support.

Physical Requirements

• Occasionally (1-33%): Reach, reach across midline, crouching/squatting, crawling, balancing, stooping, kneeling, stairs, ramp, lifting (20-100 lbs), carrying (20-100 lbs), pushing/pulling (50-100 lbs).
• Frequently (34-66%): Sitting, standing, walking, changing position, handling, pinching.
• Continuously (37-100%): must be able to see with corrective eyewear, must be able to hear clearly with assistance.

Compensation

$14.78 - $19.39/hour based on experience, education and certifications.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, healthcare FSA, dependent care FSA, and Lifestyle Spending Account.
• Life and AD&D insurance.
• Short term and long term disability.