Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - Ambulance Services - Roper St. Francis Primary Care Rivers

Roper St. Francis Healthcare • North Charleston, SC

21h • Onsite

About The Position

The EMT will provide care and transportation of emergency and non-emergency patients in the pre-hospital environment and scenes at the Basic EMT level of care defined by the State EMS scope of practice. The EMT will operate an ambulance in a safe and efficient manner. Basic EMT will keep current on all required certification and continuing education.

Requirements

• Basic EMT certification in state of practice (required)
• Valid State Driver’s License (required)
• BLS Basic Life Support – American Heart Association (required)
• Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) (required within 3 months of hire)
• High School Diploma or GED (required)
• 1 year experience with incident-free driving (required)
• Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) within one year of hire (required)
• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.
• Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)
• Perform shift work
• Maneuver weight of patients
• Hear alarms/telephone/audio recordings
• Reach above shoulder
• Repetitive arm/hand movements
• Finger Dexterity
• Color Vision
• Acuity – far
• Acuity – near
• Depth perception
• Use of Latex products
• Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents
• Exposure to moving mechanical parts
• Exposure to dust/fumes
• Exposure to potential electrical shock
• Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy
• Exposure to high pitched noises
• Gaseous risk exposure
• Trauma Care
• Medical Emergency Management
• Pediatric and Obstetric Care
• Patient Assessment
• Transport and Equipment Operation
• Documentation and Reporting
• Knowledge of EMS Protocol and Guidelines
• Use of Medical Equipment
• Communication
• Compassion and empathy
• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Problem Solving
• Emotional Resilience and Stress Management
• Adaptability and Flexibility
• Attention to Detail
• Time Management
• Conflict Resolution
• Professionalism and Integrity

Nice To Haves

• Vocational/Technical Degree (preferred)
• 1-3 of experience (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Responds to calls and performs patient assessments
• Provides basic airway management
• Provides CPR and use of AED
• Participates/attends required trainings
• Provides proper care, safe and efficient transport
• Maintains reports and records
• Cares for vehicle and equipment
• Maintains confidentiality and actively supports patient/family rights
• Serves as a patient advocate

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, and short- and long-term disability
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees