Emergency Vehicle Operator

Central EMS • Fayetteville, AR

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About The Position

The Emergency Vehicle Operator assists Emergency Medical Technicians in providing life support and transport of sick and injured persons in and out of hospital settings. Provides EVO-level emergency medical care to patients. Operates ambulance and maintains a good working relationship with all customer groups and agencies.

Requirements

• Mental alertness and adaptability to office and field area work routines.
• Equivalent to four years high school or GED, with particular emphasis during high school in office skills, shop skills, or others, plus 0 to 6 months related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read and understand documents such as policy manuals, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals; ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• ability to effectively communicate information and respond to questions in person-to-person and small group situations with customers, clients, general public and other employees of the organization.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of known variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram formats.
• Basic: Alphanumeric Data Entry, Spreadsheet, Word Processing/Typing
• Arkansas driver's license with motor vehicle record that meets insurance carrier standards
• Arkansas EVO certificate
• American Heart Association Healthcare Provider CPR
• Two years driving experience
• Ability to speak clearly and effectively in person and over the telephone and radio
• Knowledge of pre-hospital emergency medical protocols
• Knowledge of WCRAA's service area and the ability to read and comprehend maps and directions
• Ability to work effectively with a wide variety of people
• Ability to remain calm during stressful situations
• Ability to present caring and professional image
• Requires corrected or uncorrected vision 20/20 in each eye & with both eyes together.

Responsibilities

• Operates an ambulance for non-emergency transports.
• Operates and monitors medical equipment per EVO protocols.
• Communicates with WCRAA's Communication center and other agencies while in transport or while responding to calls.
• Timely completes all required documentation with appropriate and accurate information.
• Adheres to all operating and safety policies and procedures.
• Assists in maintaining supplies and equipment as well as general upkeep and cleaning of ambulances.
• Perform any other related duties as required or assigned.

What This Job Offers

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