Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) | Tri-State Ambulance

Gundersen Health System•La Crosse, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

EMTs provide medical care and transportation for patients who are ill or injured. They should possess excellent patient service skills, the ability to work well under pressure, and the ability to make quick informed decisions about patient health. They are expected to be familiar with all onboard equipment, policies, and medical guidelines which pertain to their position.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree
Completion of a qualified NREMT program with the ability to be licensed in Wisconsin and Minnesota
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to deal with problems involving several abstract and concrete variables in standardized situations
Good working knowledge of all policies and procedures including local, state, and federal guidelines
Must maintain current and valid Driver’s License
ICS 100, 200, 700 completions
Must maintain current certification as a Certified Emergency Vehicle Operator (CEVO), or its equivalent
Must maintain current and valid Wisconsin, Minnesota and NREMT certification
Must maintain current and valid CPR (Health Care Provider) certification, or its equivalent

Responsibilities

Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of, and compliance with, all Tri-State Ambulance policies and procedures
Demonstrate the attitude of a health care professional to include, but not be limited to: maintaining a clean appearance; demonstrating courteous, professional and ethical behavior; and demonstrating the ability to work cooperatively with other members of the EMS health care system
Demonstrate the skills and knowledge of a Nationally Registered EMT per the standards set forth by the United States Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the State of Wisconsin, and the EMS medical director
Demonstrate a sincere desire to continually improve and upgrade the skills and knowledge of the emergency medical profession
Demonstrate the ability to render competent patient care within the guidelines of Tri-State Ambulance
Demonstrate the skills and knowledge required to inspect, safely operate, and maintain an emergency vehicle, including possession of a current and valid driver's license, and demonstrate knowledge and compliance with all State laws pertaining to the safe operation of an emergency vehicle
Demonstrate the skills and knowledge required to inspect, safely operate, and maintain all equipment and tools relevant to an EMT
Demonstrate the ability to work with other members of the medical and public safety communities
Demonstrate the ability to accurately and completely document information required by Tri-State Ambulance, the State of Wisconsin, and local medical control
Demonstrate physical ability to perform all tasks required in the performance of duties as an EMT
Demonstrate the ability to clean and maintain the cleanliness of Tri-State Ambulance property, including, but not limited to, its vehicles, equipment, buildings and surrounding area(s)
Perform additional tasks as assigned by Tri-State Ambulance Operations Supervisors and management