Ambulance Attendant

Willis-Knighton Health System • Shreveport, LA

64d

About The Position

A National Registry EMT - Basic who attends patients transported by the Willis Knighton Ambulance service. Works cooperatively with other transport team members, and demonstrates good public relations skills in dealing with physicians, nurses, hospitals, and referral agencies. Maintains professional behavior and represents Willis Knighton in a positive manner.

Requirements

• Current National and State Registry at EMT-Basic level.
• Minimum of one year basic EMT experience.
• Current BCLS.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates daily with medical staff and agencies both inside and outside the hospital to coordinate the safe and effective transport of patients.
• Interacts closely with patients, families, and hospital staff.
• Heavy lifting and transporting of patients.
• Frequent exposure to contagious entities.
• Environmental hazards.
• Potential hazards of riding in an ambulance.
• Exposure to all extremes of weather conditions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees