Emergency Medical Technician

Bowhead•Vista, CA

76d•Onsite

About The Position

Bowhead seeks a part-time, on-call Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) to provide EMT services during Military Physical Training events, Testing Operations, on OPEN OCEAN Testing, and in Rugged Terrain Environments. The EMT will be responsible for responding to medical emergencies, providing treatment, preparing patients for transfer, completing reports, and conducting training.

Requirements

Qualified and comply with California Code of Regulations Title 22, Divisions 2.5 and 9, and the San Diego County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) policies, procedures, and protocols.
CPR/ BLS certification required.
Certification as an EMT.
Intermediate to advanced level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.
Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts.
Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team.
US Citizenship is required.

Responsibilities

Respond to all medical emergencies at AVTB and during supported test events.
Treat minor injuries and triage treatment of individuals having multiple problems.
Use acceptable medical industry standards to manage emergency medical events.
Prepare personnel with minor injuries for transfer to the appropriate medical facility for treatment, if necessary.
Complete written incident reports and personnel care reports specific to emergency medical services.
Determine the nature and extent of illness or injury, or the magnitude of catastrophe to establish first aid procedures.
Administer first aid treatment at the site of the emergency, performing activities such as the application of splints, administration of oxygen, treatment of minor wounds or abrasions, or the administration of artificial resuscitation.
Ensure that all employees or subcontractors (Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) directly performing the emergency medical services under this contract possess current National EMS certification, California state certifications/licensure, and San Diego County EMS certifications and accreditation for the role (EMT) they are performing.
Ensure emergency medical personnel are equipped with foul weather gear and standard medical supply bags that include all the medical supplies, equipment, and advanced life support medications specified in the following San Diego County EMS policies, procedures, and protocols.
Conduct a monthly educational training and demonstration of basic emergency treatment procedures such as Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), controlling bleeding, administering oxygen, dressing wounds, etc., to Marines.
Assist in test planning by informing staff of emergency medical requirements, recommending additional capabilities for specific test events and conducting coordination with local emergency services during deployed test events.
Provide emergency treatment, as required during staff sponsored non-test and training events (e.g., annual Unit boat race, and other events deemed necessary).