Per Diem Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - Long Island

NYU Langone Health • Mineola, NY

11d • Onsite

About The Position

NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island is a 591-bed university-affiliated medical center offering sophisticated diagnostic and therapeutic care across numerous medical and surgical specialties. As a major regional healthcare resource, we are deeply committed to medical education and research, providing a comprehensive range of inpatient and outpatient services. At NYU Langone Health, we value equity and inclusion, fostering an environment where talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace diversity in skills, ideas, and knowledge.

Requirements

• High School or GED required.
• Completion of NYS DOH BEMS Approved Emergency Medical Technician Program required.
• Completion of CEVO III or CEVO IV or EVOC Course required.
• Current and valid NYS Driver License required.
• NYS DOH BEMS EMT Certification required.
• Weapons of Mass Destruction Certificate required.
• HAZMAT Awareness Certificate required.
• Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

Nice To Haves

• FEMA I.S. 100, 200, 700, 800 preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Perform clinically appropriate patient assessments and appropriately treat the patient in accordance with NYS DOH BEMS and Nassau County Guidelines.
• Safely transport patients to the most appropriate hospital and properly transfer care to hospital staff, including communicating the patient's condition and any treatment rendered.
• Accurately complete Electronic Pre-hospital Call Report (e-PCR) for every patient contact, including insurance information and all appropriate signatures, in accordance with NYU Langone Hospitals EMS Policies.
• Accurately complete e-PCR for every dispatched call, regardless of whether patient contact was made.
• Accurately complete the NYS DOH BEMS Check Out Sheet and document any deficiencies with corrective actions taken, in accordance with NYS DOH BEMS Part 800.
• Accurately complete the Unit Activity Log in accordance with NYU Langone Hospitals EMS Policies and Procedures and submit all forms at the end of the tour.
• Minimize out-of-service time and document it on the Unit Activity Log with appropriate notifications.
• Comply with uniform policy, maintain a neat, clean, professional appearance, and wear appropriate identification visibly at all times.
• Report to work on time and clock in and out in accordance with NYU Winthrop Hospital Policy and Procedures.
• Comply with Controlled Substance Policies and Procedures in accordance with NYS Department of Health Part 80 Guidelines.
• Be familiar with and comply with policies of Nassau County REMSCO and NYS DOH BEMS Regulations.
• Notify Nassau County Medcom at the beginning of the shift and log on in a timely fashion.
• Constantly monitor the radio for assignments, answer promptly when an assignment is dispatched, and promptly communicate changes in signal status to Medcom.
• Maintain professional radio decorum and comply with local guidelines for radio protocol.
• Adhere to Regional, NYS DOH BEMS, and NYU Langone Hospitals EMS Policies and Procedures when operating emergency vehicles.
• Thoroughly check vehicle and equipment at the beginning of each shift, replenish supplies where needed, and ensure the vehicle is clean and sanitary.
• Thoroughly clean and maintain the vehicle and all equipment dispatched to the unit and on the vehicle.
• Ensure the vehicle is restocked and fueled at all times in accordance with NYS DOH BEMS Part 800 Compliance.
• Ensure high-quality patient care is conducted at all times, on-scene and en-route to the hospital.
• Work effectively with partners, other providers at the scene, and all hospital employees to ensure the highest quality of care.
• Cooperate and maintain professional relationships with others to facilitate patient care delivery.
• Work effectively with supervision and others to achieve department goals.
• Demonstrate awareness of and remain compassionate, respectful, and professional towards co-workers, patients, families, and acknowledge cultural backgrounds and differences.
• Assess patients' ability to communicate with the crew and assist in providing an interpreter if needed.
• Participate in Department, Hospital, and Regional Quality Improvement Programs.
• Attend Department Meetings and Training Sessions.
• Assist Advanced Life Support Paramedics in duties within the scope of practice of an Emergency Medical Technician, including but not limited to, obtaining Blood Glucose Samples, Placement of EKG Monitor, and Obtaining Vital Signs.

Benefits

• Financial security benefits
• Generous time-off program
• Employee resource groups for peer support
• Holistic employee wellness program focusing on physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED