EMT Full Time
Yale New Haven Health · North Haven, CT · 5 days ago
On-siteHealthcareFull-time
Responsibilities
- Assesses each call situation to determine best course of action and appropriate protocol.
- Utilizes medical equipment to assess patient and carry out basic life support functions.
- Safely operates Company vehicles at all times.
- Ensures that seat belts are appropriately used when driving, and that the passenger is appropriately using seat belts.
- Ensures that patient is properly secured in the stretcher.
- Develops and utilizes triage skills to provide optimal efficiency during calls.
- Auxiliary paramedic or nurse with the preparation of advanced life support equipment.
- Provides patient care according to clinical protocols and safety requirements.
- Ability to effectively represent the Company when communicating in English with clients, customers, and the general public.
- Communicates with receiving facility to receive medical direction and to provide critical information.
- An electronic Patient Care Record (ePCR) must be completed and submitted by the end of each shift for each patient.
- Trauma ePCRs must be submitted within an hour of patient delivery to ED.
- Compassionately communicates with patient and loved ones to provide information and assurance that care is being given, and to show compassion.
- Acts as team leader and take responsibility for scene management as needed.
- Keeps current on all required licenses and certifications.
- Communicates with dispatcher to receive and understand call data and customer feedback.
- Maintains the general condition of the unit, keep it clean and stocked for optimal call response to maintain the image of the Company.
- Documents activities completely to ensure appropriate information is available regarding each call.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
- Participates in community programs to maintain Company image and establish strong community relations.
- Participates in quality assurance activities and as an experienced EMT, may assist in the orientation and development of new employees.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
- Some previous healthcare work experience is desirable.
- Must possess current state EMT Certification, current CPR Card, valid Driver's License, driving record in compliance with Company policy regarding insurability.