EMT Basic - 911 Provider

EMT Ambulance•Youngstown, OH

About The Position

The EMT Basic - 911 Provider compassionately delivers high-quality basic patient care in a professional, caring, and cost-effective manner. The role provides care in pre-hospital and inter-facility settings, follows applicable emergency treatment and transportation protocols, and communicates patient information to other healthcare professionals. The EMT also operates and maintains emergency vehicles and equipment, completes required patient-care and inspection documentation, maintains required certifications and continuing education, and keeps company property clean.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Completion of an EMT Basic program and acceptance for licensure in the state of employment.
Current valid driver's license.
Current valid EMT Basic certification on file.
Current valid CPT (Health Care Provider minimum) certification on file.
Current certification cards on file for all other skill-based pay-level qualifications, such as BTLS, PALS, or NALS.
Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 150 pounds.
Ability to frequently lift, move, and carry more than 125 pounds, including patients up and down stairs.
Ability to sit and stand for extended periods and to walk, bend, squat, twist, reach, push, pull, and carry.

Nice To Haves

One year of related experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide competent patient care in pre-hospital and inter-facility settings.
Follow company policies and applicable emergency treatment and transportation protocols, including local and EPAB requirements.
Safely operate and maintain an emergency vehicle in compliance with applicable laws.
Safely operate and maintain equipment and tools relevant to EMT duties.
Communicate patient information to other healthcare professionals and convey workplace information through the proper chain of command.
Comply with local, state, and regional EMS operations, regulations, and laws.
Accurately and completely document required information for EMT Inc, the Department of Health, and EPAB, including the EMT Inc PCR.
Attend and document continuing education and licensure requirements; submit continuing education documentation to management quarterly.
Maintain a clean, professional appearance and courteous, ethical, cooperative behavior; continually improve professional skills and knowledge.
Clean and maintain company property, including vehicles, equipment, buildings, and surrounding areas.
Complete the EMT Inc Daily Vehicle Inspection and Daily Equipment Inventory forms accurately and completely.
Demonstrate the physical ability to perform required EMT duties, including lifting and carrying patients.