Emergency Medical Technician EMT - Emergency Department ED - FT Nights

Northeast Georgia Health System•Braselton, GA

About The Position

The Emergency Medical Technician is a unit-based technician who provides direct assistance with patient care for a diverse Emergency Department population. The role also performs point-of-care testing, general phlebotomy, and sample collection. Within the EMT Intermediate or Advanced scope of practice, the technician supports quality care under the direction of licensed nursing staff and follows population-specific guidelines and National Patient Safety Goals. The position serves adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.

Requirements

Current EMT Intermediate or EMT Advanced license in the State of Georgia.
High school diploma or GED.
Certificate or diploma from an accredited learning institute in Emergency Medical Technology, required to meet point-of-care testing requirements.
Documented experience and proficiency in peripheral venous sampling and IV access.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
Ability to provide input and feedback on process improvement activities.
Knowledge of basic medical skills and equipment within the EMT scope of practice.
Ability to work autonomously and anticipate the needs of patients and the team.
Clinical knowledge and skills demonstrated through competency assessment.
Ability to teach and provide comprehensive verbal and written instruction.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of experience providing direct patient care in a pre-hospital, Emergency Department, or office environment.

Responsibilities

Follow patient safety standards to protect patients and staff, and maintain a safe, clean, comfortable, and therapeutic environment.
Prioritize workload according to patient urgency and promptly report changes in patients’ physical or mental status to licensed staff.
Report and document vital signs and patient updates for assigned patients.
Participate in assessments of patients’ physical and emotional needs and communicate findings to appropriate healthcare providers.
Prepare, assist with, and discharge patients competently.
Recognize and report conditions that may affect or compromise technical aspects of tests or procedures.
Demonstrate knowledge of dysrhythmias and conduction abnormalities and recognize potential risks.
Support ED clinicians by following protocols for managing STEMI EKGs and obtaining interpretations.
Perform satisfactorily in mock codes, emergency drills, and other emergency events.
Perform routine venipuncture, peripheral IV access, micro-collection, and other special collection techniques within scope of practice.
Maintain the integrity of submitted clinical specimens.
Use proper body mechanics and assist with positioning, mobility, hygiene, activities of daily living, and comfort needs.
Attain proficiency with required IT systems that support clinical staff.
Maintain EMT Intermediate or Advanced licensure in accordance with Georgia Office of EMS requirements.
Maintain a positive public relations image by being caring, courteous, attentive, and efficient.
Stay informed about shift activities and attend staff meetings.
Use performance measures, relevant datasets, and unit assessments to evaluate care and identify improvement opportunities.
Promote high-quality, safe, research-based care and a culture of continuous quality improvement.
Implement quality and safety strategies based on data, analysis, and anticipated risks.
Evaluate patient handoffs and care transitions, and facilitate modifications to interventions based on risk and evidence.
Use daily management systems, including standard work, coaching, huddles, recognition, and improvement methods, to measure and respond to quality and safety variances.