EMT - Full Time
About The Position
The Emergency Medical Technician responds to non-emergent and emergent requests for medical transportation and provides emergency and non-emergency care, primarily in the hospital environment and, when required, in the pre-hospital environment, within the scope of practice. The role also provides safe and efficient transportation of patients to an appropriate facility or residence. EMS staff may be cross-trained to assist in the Emergency Department as needed. The position responds to dispatcher requests, operates emergency vehicles in accordance with Massachusetts laws, completes patient care and vehicle documentation, and maintains the vehicle and its equipment. The EMT provides BLS-level care and assessments, follows state and Region IV BLS treatment protocols, and communicates professionally with patients, families, colleagues, and other healthcare and emergency services personnel. The position also supports ongoing learning, quality improvement, mandatory education, customer service, and organizational policies and principles.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Current Massachusetts Basic EMT certification.
- Current AHA BLS certification.
- 0–1 years of related work experience.
- Experience with computer systems, including web-based applications and some Microsoft Office applications such as Outlook, Word, and Excel.
- Current Massachusetts driver's license is listed as non-required.
Responsibilities
- Respond promptly and safely to non-emergent and emergency calls as directed by the dispatcher, maintaining sufficient knowledge of local geography and traffic patterns.
- Operate and park the emergency vehicle in accordance with applicable Massachusetts laws and local fire, police, or hospital directions.
- Complete an accurate and timely electronic Patient Care Report for each patient and complete vehicle and equipment checklists every shift.
- Obtain insurance information from the transferring institution or receiving hospital.
- Keep the vehicle and equipment ready for response, clean, fueled, and stocked; know the location and proper use of equipment and radios; and report damaged or unsafe equipment to a supervisor.
- Provide pre-hospital care at the EMT-B level, complete BLS patient assessments, perform BLS skills, follow state and Region IV protocols, and give accurate, concise radio reports.
- Interact professionally and cooperatively with patients, families, employees, community emergency service providers, hospital staff, physicians, and allied health professionals.
- Represent Lahey Hospital and EMS Services positively and act in the patient's best interest.
- Participate in continued learning and use new technology and procedures as they develop.
- Assist in the Emergency Department as needed after cross-training.
- Maintain confidentiality and comply with organizational policies, behavioral expectations, customer service standards, and mandatory education requirements.
- Participate in departmental or interdepartmental quality improvement activities.
- Perform other duties as needed or directed to meet department needs.
Benefits
- A $4,000 sign-on bonus, paid in three installments: $1,333 after 30 days, $1,333 at six months, and $1,334 at the one-year anniversary, subject to eligibility, good-standing, repayment, and other stated conditions.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
