Emergency Medical Technician FT Night Shift
About The Position
The Emergency Medical Technician provides basic pre-hospital emergency care to sick and injured people and safely and efficiently transports emergency and non-emergency patients to appropriate medical facilities. The EMT evaluates patients and relays pertinent information to receiving facilities, working closely with paramedics to provide effective care in accordance with established protocols. Care and transport may be provided by ambulance, wheelchair vehicle, or medical van. The EMT is accountable for their actions as a certified EMT and for the quality of care delivered. The position also assists with the supervision, training, and direction of new EMTs, EMS students, and other outside-agency personnel as directed. Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of the role.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Completion of an approved EMT course of study and current certification by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
- Current BLS-CPR certification or recognition as required by current EMS Act regulations.
- Successful completion of the Emergency Vehicle Drivers Training course.
- Valid driver's license.
- Ability to drive a minimum of four hours per shift.
- Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily; reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.
Responsibilities
- Perform basic life-support techniques and specified field treatment for medical emergencies.
- Evaluate patients and relay pertinent information to appropriate medical facilities.
- Safely transport emergency and non-emergency patients to appropriate medical facilities using an ambulance, wheelchair vehicle, or medical van.
- Work with paramedics to provide patient care in accordance with established protocols.
- Assist with the supervision, training, and direction of new EMTs, EMS students, and other outside-agency personnel as directed.
- Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
