EMT

AMR•Santa Clarita, CA

5d•$20 - $23

About The Position

The Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) responds to emergent and non-emergent requests for medical assistance and provides patient care, treatment, and customer service within the prescribed scope of practice, established protocols, and company policies. The role emphasizes providing care in an expedient, professional, safe, compassionate, and cost-effective manner. Various shift types are available, with overtime built into every shift configuration. EMTs may have opportunities to work on a Critical Care Transport unit and at special events throughout Los Angeles County, including professional baseball, hockey, football, soccer, and basketball events.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
California driver's license.
Ambulance Driver's License from the DMV.
Medical Examiner's Certificate (MCSA-5875 and MCSA-5876).
State of California EMT license.
American Heart Association CPR card for Health Care Provider; handwritten cards are not acceptable.
K4 report (driving record) from the DMV dated less than 30 days ago.
Completion of ICS-100, ICS-200, IS-700 (NIMS), and IS-800 (NIMS) courses.

Responsibilities

Follow and maintain familiarity with evolving medical treatment protocols, response requirements, quality assurance procedures, local Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and other company policies.
Maintain complete and accurate documentation of patient assessments and treatment.
Maintain complete and accurate documentation of patient statistical and billing information and services rendered.
Use medical equipment appropriately, including a gurney, airway equipment and airway bag, IV, splints, bandages, and medications, to provide emergency medical treatment.
Communicate effectively, empathetically, and compassionately with patients, their family members, bystanders, other service agency members, and facility staff.