Emergency Medical Responder (EMR)
About The Position
The Emergency Medical Responder is responsible for the assistance of patient care while operating in non-emergency and /or emergency modalities as a rescue unit in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations and directives. The EMR participates in the delivery of basic life support in a pre-hospital or facility situation. When operating the EMR receives direction from the attendant in charge of patient care and medical issues. The EMR delivers emergency medical care to patients as indicated AIC, medical control or patient care protocols. EMR also is responsible for operating the assigned vehicle.
Requirements
- Current State EMR Certification
- Current CPR, Healthcare Provider Issue
- Valid Driver’s License and no negative points.
- Pass a criminal background check
- FEMA ICS 100, 200, 700 & 800c
- HAZMAT
Responsibilities
- Participating in the delivery of basic life support in a pre-hospital or facility situation.
- Operate the ambulance in accordance with safety rules and regulations; company policies; federal, state and local laws, regulations and statutes.
- Responsible for completing and recording all required reports.
- Assuring that assigned vehicle is completely stocked and in good running order at the beginning of each shift, after every response and at the end of each shift.
- Cleaning patient care compartment and vehicle in accordance with Company adopted infection control and maintenance guidelines.
- Fuel unit at the end of every shift to maintain emergency readiness of unit.
- Ability to lift, carry, and balance a minimum of 125 pounds equally distributed and 250 pounds with assistance, to a height of 33 inches and a distance of 10 feet.
- Maintaining office, lounge, bunk room, and vehicle parking area in a neat, clean and orderly fashion.
- Attending training sessions and orientations as required to maintain valid Maryland EMR Certification and requirements of the Company.
- Maintain all required certifications as an active EMS provider and supply the Human Resources Department with valid copies of all certifications and driver’s license prior to their expiration date.
- Performing other related duties as required by management
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
