Emergency Medical Responder - Special Events (Casual)

Hennepin Healthcare•Minneapolis, MN

9d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for responding to requests for emergency medical services at special event venues and to provide Basic Life Support and First Aid to guests and staff members at both large and small events. This is a casual position with a requirement to pick up shifts at least once a month. This posting is a talent pool/pipeline requisition so interested applicants need to apply to this posting. Starting pay is $24.21 (non-benefit role). Tentative start dates are November 2nd, 16th, and 30th. Orientation on those dates will take place from 6pm to 10pm.

Requirements

Certification by the State of Minnesota as an EMR or EMT
Maintain a valid CPR for Healthcare Workers and Certification/Licensure of EMR or above
Follows the hospital and department exposure control plans/blood borne and airborne pathogens

Nice To Haves

Successful completion of an approved training program for EMT
One (1) year of experience as a provider of pre-hospital care in an emergency setting (EMT level or above preferred)
Associate's degree (AA, AAS, or AS) in business, business administration, management, education, finance, economics, healthcare, health sciences, public health, communication, computer science, information technology, or related field

Responsibilities

Respond to all requests for emergency medical services as directed, asses the patient upon arrival, and treat using approved basic life support protocols
Perform extrication and rescue of victims within assigned special event venues
Act as part of a team when dealing with emergency responses including working with other EMR team members, HEMS Paramedics, Police and Fire Public Safety Agencies, and Event Security to facilitate patient care and transport
Represent Hennepin EMS Emergency Medical Responder Team in a professional manner at all events at all times
Follow Standing Orders and Protocols of Hennepin EMS Emergency Medical Responder Team as outlined by Hennepin EMS Medical Director
Complete documentation of all patient contacts as directed with due regard to patient confidentiality
Operate communications equipment (Radio); acknowledge calls for help in a timely manner
Inspect, clean, and maintain EMR equipment and report any defective or damaged equipment immediately
Assist in keeping event treatment areas clean and orderly
Remain in assigned location/sector at all times when not on a call
Attends all mandatory continuing education and required safety training programs and can describe his or her responsibilities related to general safety, department/service safety, and specific job related hazards
Maintain a valid CPR for Healthcare Workers and Certification/Licensure of EMR or above
Follows the hospital and department exposure control plans/blood borne and airborne pathogens
Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment with an emphasis on customer service
Promotes effective working relations and works effectively as part of a department/unit team to facilitate the department’s/unit’s ability to meet its goals and objectives
Performs other duties as assigned after appropriate training