Emergency Medical Technician-1

South Shore Health • Lexington, MA

1d • $22 - $32 • Onsite

About The Position

The Emergency Medical Technician responds to emergent and non-emergent requests for medical transportation, provides pre-hospital emergency and non-emergency care within the scope of practice, and transports patients safely and efficiently to the appropriate facility or residence. The role also includes assigned duties in the Emergency Department under physician supervision, limited to tasks within the employee’s scope of practice or training.

The EMT maintains readiness of the ambulance and equipment, completes required documentation, follows applicable Massachusetts emergency-vehicle laws and Region IV BLS treatment protocols, and works cooperatively with patients, families, coworkers, hospital personnel, and community emergency-service providers.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and an acceptable motor vehicle driving record at hire, with annual verification thereafter.
• Current EMT-B, EMT-A, or EMT-P certification.
• BLS or ACLS certification from the American Heart Association.
• Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision using sound judgment, common sense, leadership ability, and a thorough understanding of basic emergency medical services principles.
• Ability to interact effectively and professionally with patients, hospital personnel, emergency-service providers, fire department personnel, and the general public.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience as an Emergency Medical Technician is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Respond promptly and safely to emergency and non-emergency calls as directed by the dispatcher.
• Maintain knowledge of local geography and traffic patterns; operate emergency vehicles in accordance with applicable Massachusetts laws and park in designated patient pick-up and discharge areas.
• Complete accurate and legible run reports and vehicle and equipment checklists, and obtain insurance information from transferring institutions or receiving hospitals.
• Keep the vehicle and equipment ready for response, know the location and proper use of equipment and radios, restock within 15 minutes of a run, maintain vehicle cleanliness, fuel, and supplies, and report damaged or unsafe equipment to a supervisor.
• Provide pre-hospital care at the EMT-B level, including complete BLS patient assessments and BLS skills, following state and Region IV protocols and giving concise, accurate radio reports.
• Interact pleasantly and professionally with patients and families.
• Perform assigned Emergency Department duties under physician supervision, limited to duties within the scope of practice or training.
• Maintain cooperative working relationships with employees, community emergency-service providers, hospital staff, physicians, and other allied health professionals, representing South Shore Hospital and its Ambulance Department professionally and acting in the patient’s best interest.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED