Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - Full Time, Nights (Hollywood) - 10178
About The Position
The Emergency Medical Technician performs a variety of functions supporting and directly related to care of patients requiring urgent or emergency care in the Emergency Department. Duties include performing EKGs and splinting, measuring and recording vital signs, ensuring patient safety, and maintaining a clean and safe unit environment. The role also assists with stocking supplies, operating hospital equipment as directed, performing routine clerical tasks, and other related duties as assigned. The EMT documents patient weights, vital signs, changes in condition, and other care activities; assists with hygiene, elimination, comfort measures, and activities of daily living while respecting patient privacy and preferences; and supports patient care under the direction of a licensed nurse. Additional duties include helping with wound care, specimen collection and transport, turning and positioning, and patient transportation. The EMT manages equipment and supply inventory, maintains accurate inventory documentation and PAR levels, and communicates equipment and supply availability. The position requires appropriate judgment, proactive communication, infection-control practices, and HIPAA compliance.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Demonstrated prior patient care experience.
- Certification as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT).
- AHA Basic Life Support.
- Understanding of basic medical terminology.
- Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
- Customer service skills appropriate to the job.
- De-escalation certification upon hire; SAMA Certification is required upon recertification.
- Hospital Fire and Life Safety Card for Los Angeles City Employees only.
Nice To Haves
- One year of experience in an acute care facility.
- SAMA Certification upon hire.
- Bilingual skills to communicate effectively with patients and families.
Responsibilities
- Measure and accurately record patient weights and vital signs.
- Recognize and report changes in a patient's condition, take appropriate action, and document activities as required.
- Receive, inventory, and secure patient belongings as appropriate.
- Assist patients with hygiene, elimination, comfort measures, and other activities of daily living while respecting privacy, age, gender, culture, and stated preferences.
- Maintain a clean and safe environment and follow infection-control procedures and HIPAA requirements.
- Assist with patient care as directed by a licensed nurse, including EKGs, splinting, crutches, wound care, specimen collection and transport, turning and positioning, and patient transportation.
- Manage equipment and supply inventory, communicate usage and availability, arrange retrieval of non-stock items, and maintain accurate inventory documentation and PAR levels.
- Stock unit supplies, operate hospital equipment as directed, perform routine clerical tasks, and complete other related duties as assigned.
- Demonstrate proactive, thoughtful work practices and appropriate independent judgment and decision-making.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
