EMT/ AEMT

MARSHALL COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT • Benton, KY

6d • Onsite

About The Position

To provide emergency and non-emergency care and ambulance transportation for the citizens of Marshall County.

Requirements

• High School graduate or equivalent
• Current & unrestricted operator license
• Clean Criminal Background check
• Must be at least 18 years of age and be legally eligible for employment in the United States
• Must hold current EMT-Basic certification from the Kentucky Board of EMS
• Must hold current CPR certification
• Must be physically able to lift and carry patients and equipment repeatedly throughout the shift
• Must be able to lift and carry heavy loads safely in an uncontrolled environment and on rough and / or slick terrain
• Able to stoop, bend, and use good body mechanics
• Must successfully complete a pre-work physical agility test for ambulance personnel
• Must be able to communicate well with patients, families, visitors, physicians, police, and coworkers in the English Language

Nice To Haves

• Current AEMT certification

Responsibilities

• Check unit for mechanical adjustments such as oil, coolant, brakes, tire, lights, etc. (Daily)
• Check all supplies in unit and restock daily.
• Clean units each morning inside and outside, including the ambulance bay.
• Clean living quarters and storage room each night.
• Weekly cleaning of the entire building including mopping floors, windows, etc.
• Making ambulance calls as required.
• Establish and maintain a patent airway
• Administer positive pressure ventilations (as needed)
• Perform CPR
• Control external hemorrhage
• Treat for shock
• Care for cases of poisoning
• Bandaging wounds
• Splint fractures
• Provide obstetrical assistance
• Care for newborn infants, including premature
• Administer Oxygen as needed
• Emergency & Defensive driving
• Controlling the scene of illness or injury
• Vehicle Extrication
• Maintenance and use of supplies
• Verbal and written communication
• Coping with Medical / Legal problems
• Careful evaluations of all signs & symptoms
• Proper use of the Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
• Maintain & monitor patients with IV infusions
• All Reports are to be completed following each run: PCR, PCS, Signature form, etc.
• Answer phone calls, receive ambulance calls from dispatch, and maintain skills and credentials according to department policy.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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