Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT) - St. Lawrence Health (Per Diem)

Rochester Regional Health

101d • $19 - $25

About The Position

An Advanced Emergency Medical Technician provides immediate basic and advanced medical care and transport of patients during emergencies, playing a critical role in stabilizing and ensuring safe transport to medical facilities.

Requirements

• NYS AEMT
• AHA BLS for Healthcare provider
• Clean/Active NYS Drivers License
• Heavy Work - Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Requires constant walking, standing or squatting.

Nice To Haves

• Emergency Vehicle Operator Course (EVOC) or equivalent
• Strong knowledge of medical procedures and emergency care techniques

Responsibilities

• Responds to emergency calls, assess patients’ conditions, and determine appropriate medical interventions, coordinating with dispatch as necessary.
• Safely transport patients to medical facilities, monitoring their condition and providing necessary care during transit.
• Administer CPR, control bleeding, manage airways, and provide other life-saving measures to stabilize patients within Scope of Practice as recognized by NYS.
• Utilize essential medical equipment such as, but not limited to, defibrillators, oxygen delivery systems.
• Work closely with paramedics, firefighters, law enforcement, and hospital staff to ensure coordinated patient care reporting nature of injury as indicated.
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient care reports, documenting assessments, treatments, and patient responses.
• Ensure the cleanliness and readiness of emergency vehicles and medical equipment.
• Interpret oral, written and diagnostic form instructions, including calculating weight and volume ratios.
• Lift and move patients, often in challenging environments, such as extreme terrain or temperatures.
• Participate in continuous education to stay current with medical protocols and enhance skills.
• Ability to maintain composure and professionalism in high-pressure situations.

Benefits

• Equal Opportunity Employer
• Potential for additional pay components based on experience and qualifications

What This Job Offers

• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees