Emergency Medical Tech 1 (EMT)

Inova • Fairfax, VA

3d • $19 - $31

About The Position

Inova Fair Oaks Hospital is seeking a dedicated Emergency Medical Technician to join its Emergency Department team. The full-time position works overnight shifts from 6:45 p.m. to 7:15 a.m., three 12-hour shifts per week, with rotating weekends. The ideal candidate must be available to attend six weeks of training.

The Emergency Medical Technician places patients on continuous cardiac monitoring and collects, documents, and reports vital-sign data. The role includes registering patients accurately and professionally, requesting prior electrocardiograms for Medical Director review when appropriate, following medical standard operating procedures for patient intervention, documenting procedures and therapies in medical records, and preparing wounds for surgery according to protocol.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association.
• EMT-B certification.
• Active National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) status or a current Virginia EMT license/certification.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Computer skills.
• Ability to attend six weeks of training.

Nice To Haves

• EMT-related experience.

Responsibilities

• Stabilize and immobilize patients' spines and properly fit extremity splints; assess neurovascular status after splint application and report deviations to the Registered Nurse and physician.
• Assist with patient transport for testing, admission, discharge, interfacility transfer, and aeromedical transport according to Operating Unit policy; arrange interfacility transport from freestanding Emergency departments.
• Collect patient specimens according to department and facility policies and procedures; assist mid-level providers and physicians with collecting, labeling, and transporting irretrievable specimens.
• Maintain equipment and supply inventory and coordinate with materials management to ensure appropriate stock and minimize outdated stock.
• Obtain 12-lead ECGs as ordered by physicians and provide the ECG to the physician for review immediately after completion.
• Review Medical Director orders related to disease states, monitor and report patients' progress toward expected outcomes, and report deviations to the Registered Nurse.
• Provide wound care according to department clinical practice standards and serve as a resource to physicians and nurses in providing patient care.
• Follow computer system, department operational, and training procedures to obtain accurate demographic, diagnosis, and insurance information.
• Register patients accurately, efficiently, and professionally to maintain database integrity and facilitate claims processing.
• Place patients on continuous cardiac monitoring and collect, document, and report patient vital-sign data.
• Request prior electrocardiograms for Medical Director review as appropriate and follow medical standard operating procedures for patient intervention.
• Document procedures and therapies in patients' medical records and perform surgical preparation of wounds according to protocol.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Team member wellness program.
• Retirement plan with Inova matching the first 5% of eligible contributions, starting on the first day.
• Education assistance of up to $5,250 per year.
• Student loan assistance of up to $10,000.
• Up to 25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions per person per year at no cost for team members, their spouses or partners, and their children.
• Paid time off.
• Paid parental leave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED