EMT Holyoke (Full Time Only)

CATALDO AMBULANCE BUSINESS TRUST•Holyoke, MA

6d•$23 - $30

About The Position

The EMT-B provides safe and efficient responses, treatment, and transport for people requesting or requiring emergency or non-emergency medical services. The role includes assessing patients, administering basic life support, operating ambulances, and documenting care. The employee works in a mobile environment, both indoors and outdoors, and may encounter adverse weather, low-light conditions, confined spaces, and hazardous materials.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Current Massachusetts Basic EMT certification in good standing with the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of Public Health, Office of Emergency Medical Services.
Current healthcare-provider-level BLS/CPR certification, including SAED authorization.
Current valid driver’s license.
0–1 years of related work experience required.
Experience with computer systems, including web-based applications and some Microsoft Office applications such as Outlook, Word, or Excel.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions.
Analytical skills to gather and interpret data in routine situations.
Sound judgment when working in a stressful environment.
At least 18 years of age.
Ability to meet the position’s essential duties and physical, mental, and sensory requirements at all times.
Must comply with UDS drug screening at any time.
Satisfactory background check and MA CORI verification, required annually.
Acceptable motor vehicle driving record, verified annually.
Ability to lift and maneuver more than 125 pounds with assistance, including carrying that weight up and down stairs.
Ability to repeatedly ascend and descend stairs; frequently use fingers, hands, and arms to reach, handle, or operate equipment, objects, tools, or controls; sit or stand for long periods; walk without difficulty; and bend, stoop, and crawl as necessary.
Ability to occasionally work in low light and confined spaces and to work in a mobile environment.
Ability to work indoors and outdoors in heat, cold, wet, humid, and dry conditions, and to frequently use personal protective equipment to prevent exposure to hazardous materials.

Nice To Haves

2–4 years of prior experience preferred.
Previous commercial driving experience is a plus.
Commitment to providing exemplary customer service.

Responsibilities

Deliver quality patient care in accordance with clinical policies, statewide protocols, and standards of care.
Assess injuries and illnesses and provide basic life support on scene and during transport in accordance with statewide treatment protocols.
Attend to patients in a courteous and professional manner.
Operate the ambulance in accordance with safety rules, company policies, and applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
Complete a vehicle and equipment checklist at the beginning of each assigned shift; inspect and clean the assigned vehicle and equipment; and ensure required stock levels, proper function, and cleanliness.
Accurately document patient care and interventions in the pre-hospital setting, and complete and submit required paperwork and PCR documentation daily.
Communicate and interact effectively with minimal supervision, using good judgment, common sense, and leadership ability.
Maintain a thorough understanding of basic-level emergency medical services principles.
Communicate professionally with patients, EMS agencies, physicians, hospital personnel, emergency service providers, fire department personnel, and the general public.
Attend mandated company training and submit proof of equivalent training in a timely manner.
Comply with company policies, procedures, and guidelines.
Maintain required active EMS-provider certifications and provide valid copies of certifications and a driver’s license before they expire.
Maintain reliable attendance.
Perform daily housekeeping duties at assigned bases of operation.
Complete other duties as requested and assigned.