EMT-B

Monroe Ambulance • City of Rochester, NY

11d • $20

About The Position

For 50 years, Monroe Ambulance has served our community with Quality, Compassion, and Integrity—values that define not only how we care for our patients, but also how we care for our people. As a second-generation, family-led organization, we are deeply committed to being an employer of choice, fostering an environment where every employee feels known, valued, and supported to do their best work. Join our team! Monroe Ambulance is seeking newly certified or/and experienced full time Paramedics to join our growing team of frontline staff. Position Overview Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT-B) respond to emergent and non-emergent calls for service providing compassionate and appropriate care, efficiently and safely. Providers will routinely transport patients to appropriate destinations for continued care. Outlined below are key categories with responsibilities EMT-Bs are accountable for to fulfill the company purpose.

Requirements

• Meet New York State functional position for EMT/AEMT.
• Communicate effectively in a professional manner.
• Lift, carry and balance up to 125 pounds (250 pounds with assistance)
• Interpret oral, written and diagnostic from instructions
• Use good judgment and remain calm in high stress situations
• Be unaffected by loud noises and flashing lights
• Function efficiently without interruption throughout an entire work shift
• Read English language and manuals.
• Navigate major arterial roadways and understand the location of major medical facilities.
• Accurately discern street signs and addresses.
• Interview patients, patient family members, and bystanders
• Document, in writing, all relevant information in prescribed format considering legal ramifications of such.
• Converse, in English, with coworkers and hospital staff regarding the status of the patient

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality, compassionate patient care in accordance with NYS collaborative protocols and MLREMS performance care bundles
• Check all equipment for readiness
• Ensures ambulance is in operable condition
• Ensures cleanliness and organization of ambulance and gear
• Ensures availability of equipment and supplies
• Approach all patients, family members, and bystanders with compassion
• Attend regular CMEs throughout the year to maintain a high level of training and proficiency
• Conduct themselves with focus on safety for self, patient, teammates, and the public
• Adhere to New York State Vehicle and Traffic laws and all Monroe Ambulance Driver policies while operating company owned vehicles
• Adhere to Monroe Ambulance personal protection equipment policies
• Assist with the safe lifting, carrying and loading of patients into the ambulance
• Report any concerns regarding the safety of their assigned vehicle immediately (ex: low oil, low tire pressure, etc)
• Show up for all scheduled shifts on time, in full uniform, ready for duty
• Complete start of shift duties within 20 minutes of start of shift time, notify the on-duty supervisor if unable to do so
• Complete all end of shift duties 100% of the time
• Act in strict accordance with Monroe Ambulance’s Code of Conduct to ensure a positive and safe environment
• Treat all company owned equipment with respect to ensure it remains in optimal condition for use by coworkers
• Represent the company internally and externally in a professional manner, upholding the company’s core values Encompass the Monroe Ambulance Team Spirit by creating an inclusive teamworking environment by your actions and encounters with your fellow team members, fellow providers and the public for whom we serve.
• Promote a culture of teamwork by demonstrating flexibility and readiness to undertake additional tasks as required
• Complete and submit vehicle and equipment check sheets at the start of every shift
• Complete patient care records based on Monroe Ambulances documentation standards
• Both author and signing crew members must review the chart for accuracy
• Complete patient care records prior to punching out at the end of the shift, in compliance with Monroe Ambulance standards
• Complete all incident reports, CPS reports, and vehicle problem reports prior to punching out at the end of the shift
• Acknowledge and respond to QA flags in a timely and professional manner

Benefits

• Full-time positions start at $20.00 per hour and up based on your experience
• Overnight schedule provides a $3.00 shift differential, swing shift provides a $2.00 shift differential on top of the pay rate listed above.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision options (including 100% company-paid single HDHP).
• 401(k) with company match.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees