Emergency Medical Technician - Ambulance Service - Full Time/Days

Mount Sinai Health Systems•New York, NY

1d•$35 - $42

About The Position

The Emergency Medical Technician works in the Ambulance Service and follows the Department and Hospital Center’s philosophy, standards, objectives, and policies. The EMT responds promptly and safely to emergency assignments, provides direct patient care from first contact through authorized hand-off, and accompanies patients during transport to the appropriate emergency department. The role includes performing field histories and physical exams, initiating treatment according to written policies and medical control physician orders, communicating patient information to clinical staff, and documenting care and incident details. The EMT operates and maintains ambulances, emergency vehicles, and equipment safely and in working order, complying with NYSDOH and FDNY standards, rules, regulations, and protocols. The role requires maintaining radio contact and readiness, remaining in service until properly relieved, and lifting patients in difficult settings. This is a full-time, day-shift position.

Requirements

Four-year high school diploma or equivalent.
Successful completion of training as a NYSDOH Emergency Medical Technician and of other protocol update programs as currently required.
Certification as a New York State EMT.
Tri-State-issued driver's license with an infraction-free driving abstract.

Nice To Haves

One or more years of 911 experience preferred.
Completion of an Emergency Vehicle Operators Course is desirable.

Responsibilities

Perform clinical, technical, service, and administrative tasks.
Receive emergency calls from the dispatcher or supervisor and respond promptly and safely.
Ensure the safety of patients and other pre-hospital personnel.
Obtain medical histories and perform physical exams on patients in the field as indicated.
Initiate indicated treatment according to written policies and medical control physician orders.
Provide direct patient care from first contact through authorized hand-off.
Remain in service until properly relieved or released by supervision.
Accompany patients to the emergency department and monitor and treat them during transport.
Transport patients to the appropriate emergency department and give an oral report to the nurse and/or physician.
Write comprehensive reports documenting the scene, physical exam, orders, treatments, treatment responses, and other pertinent information.
Maintain ambulance logs and submit detailed incident, accident, and occurrence reports and statements when required.
Operate vehicles and equipment safely and safeguard all equipment.
Maintain ambulances, emergency vehicles, and equipment in efficient working order; replace fuel, make minor repairs, clean and restock vehicles and equipment, and report mechanical malfunctions or deficiencies to the supervisor.
Wear the issued uniform and maintain a professional appearance while on duty.
Maintain radio contact with FDNY and remain in the assigned CSL when not on assignment.
Comply with department vehicle in-service standards, including turn-out and ED turn-around.
Follow NYSDOH and FDNY rules, regulations, and protocols.
Perform heavy and awkward lifting of patients in difficult areas and terrain.
Remain awake and alert and promptly acknowledge radio and CAD assignments.