Emergency Medical Technician - Per Diem

Beth Israel Lahey Health•Boston, MA

39d•$23 - $31•Hybrid

About The Position

The Emergency Medical Technician responds to both non-emergent and emergent requests for medical transportation, provides emergency and non-emergency care predominately in the hospital environment and when required pre-hospital environment all within the scope of practice, also provides safe and efficient transportation of the patient to appropriate facility or residence.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED required.
Current MA Basic EMT Certification
Current AHA BLS Certification
Massachusetts Driver's License required
0-1 years related work experience required
Experience with computer systems required, including web based applications and some Microsoft Office applications which may include Outlook, Word, Excel.

Responsibilities

Responds promptly to requests for non-emergent and emergency calls as directed by the dispatcher in a timely and safe manner.
Maintains sufficient knowledge of area geography and traffic patterns.
Follows Massachusetts Laws, Chapter 89, Section 7 and Chapter 90, Sections 7, 13, 14, 16, and 17 regarding emergency vehicle operation.
Parks vehicle in areas designed by local fire, police, or hospital for patient pick-up and discharge.
Completes documentation and records according to department policy, including electronic Patient Care Reports (PCR) and vehicle/equipment checklists.
Obtains insurance information from transferring institution or receiving hospital.
Ensures vehicle and equipment are ready for response at all times, including knowing location and proper use of all equipment and radios.
Keeps vehicle clean and maintains fuel and stocked (restocked) as needed.
Reports damaged or unsafe equipment to Supervisor upon problem identification.
Renders pre-hospital care at EMT-B level.
Performs complete and accurate BLS (Basic Life Support) patient assessments and is proficient in all BLS skills.
Maintains a pleasant and professional manner with all patients and their families.
Adheres to state and Region IV BLS treatment protocols.
Gives accurate and concise radio reports.
Maintains a good working relationship with fellow employees, community emergency service providers, hospital staff, physicians and other allied health professionals.
Represents Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and the EMS Services in a positive, professional manner.
Interacts with hospital employees in a spirit of cooperation and in the patient's best interest.
Participates in continued learning and possesses a willingness and ability to learn and utilize new technology and procedures.
Embraces technological advances that allow for effective and efficient communication.
EMS staff members will be crossed trained to assist in the Emergency Department as needed.
Performs all other duties as needed or directed to meet the needs of the department.