EMT Basic

San Luis Valley Health • Alamosa, CO

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About The Position

San Luis Valley Health is seeking a Full-time EMT-Basic. This position will respond in an emergent/non-emergent situation with the Ambulance and render aid up to his/her level of training. They assist the nursing staff in providing care to patients who present in the Emergency Department, and deliver patient care as directed by the physician or RN. They provide safe and effective patient care and perform technical skills within hospital guidelines.

Requirements

• EMT B certification required
• Successful completion of State Approved EMT course and current Colorado Certification
• Current BLS certification prior to date of hire
• Must be over 21 years of age and meet SLVH vehicle insurance qualifications
• IV certification upon hire
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as medication dosages, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.

Responsibilities

• Respond to instructions from emergency medical dispatcher and drive specially equipped emergency vehicle to specified location.
• Monitor communication equipment to maintain contact with dispatcher.
• Determine nature and extent of illness or injury or magnitude of catastrophe, to establish first aid procedures to be followed or need for additional assistance.
• Maintain vehicles, medical, and communication equipment and replenish first aid equipment and supplies.
• Maintain current Colorado certification through education such as college courses, re-certification classes, conferences, and online education.

Benefits

• Full medical, dental and vision plans with low-cost copays and deductibles
• Generous amount of Paid Time Off and Sick Leave starting on the first day
• Retirement plans available from day one with up to 5% employer match after one year
• Free life and disability insurance benefits for full-time employees
• Variety of voluntary benefits such as identity theft protection and flexible spending accounts
• Free on-site 24-hour employee health center
• Discounts to local fitness/recreational centers
• Education program benefits for growth and development
• Opportunities to volunteer with SLV Health Foundation and community-sponsored events
• Discounts on cell-phone plans, ski/snowboard lift tickets, Dell computers, and local pools
• Access to employee support services including free counseling sessions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: No Education Listed