Emergency Medical Tech (Non-Exempt)

Mercy•Perry, GA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs direct patient care including assessment, evaluation, and basic life support according to the goals of Mercy Health System, the philosophy of the Sisters of Mercy, Standard of Care, and Employee Code of Conduct. EMT-I's may also perform clerical, dispatch, and maintenance duties as required. Performs related duties as assigned.

Requirements

EMT license for the state where employed
Valid driver's license
Must be at least 19 years of age to operate Mercy EMS vehicles
Correctable vision acceptable for day and night operation of emergency vehicles
Color acuity adequate for determining of skin and blood color
Ability to read medication dosages on drug labels and syringes
Ability to hear and understand information provided by patients, family or bystanders
Ability to hear breathing sounds and accurately determine auscultated blood pressure
Ability to differentiate separate conversations in active, distracting environments
Ability to hear and understand radio traffic when responding with lights and sirens
Ability to speak and enunciate clearly and at a level audible to others in loud conditions
Ability to speak clearly in stressful situations
Ability to verbally communicate with patients, families and other emergency services personnel
Successfully satisfy the physical demands of the role, including a pre-hire and annual fitness for duty test.

Nice To Haves

ITLS or equivalent training

Responsibilities

Performs direct patient care including assessment, evaluation, and basic life support.
May perform clerical, dispatch, and maintenance duties as required.
Performs related duties as assigned.