EMT IV
About The Position
The EMT IV works under the direction of a Registered Nurse as a member of the healthcare team, performing delegated patient care duties in the assigned department. The role supports routine patient care and procedures in accordance with hospital policies and procedures, including assisting with patient admissions, discharges, and transfers. Care activities may include simple dressing changes, wound care, enemas, urinary catheter insertion and care, applying ice and elevating wounds, assisting patients with bedpans, and providing or assisting with food and feeding. Other duties may be assigned by a supervisor. The position requires graduation from an accredited Emergency Medical Technician Intermediate or Paramedic program, Tennessee licensure as an EMT-Intermediate or Paramedic, and current healthcare-provider BLS/CPR certification. CPI certification is required within three months of hire. Emergency Medical Technician experience is preferred. Saint Francis Hospital describes its environment as supportive and collaborative, with access to advanced technology and a healthcare community focused on patient care. The hospital offers a benefits package that includes insurance, retirement savings, paid time off, and career development and continuing education opportunities. A sign-on bonus of up to $5,000 is offered based on eligibility; benefit eligibility may vary by location and employment status.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Emergency Medical Technician Intermediate or Paramedic program.
- Licensed in Tennessee as an Emergency Medical Technician Intermediate or Paramedic.
- BLS/CPR Healthcare Provider certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
- CPI certification required within three months of hire.
Nice To Haves
- Emergency Medical Technician experience.
Responsibilities
- Assist with patient admissions, discharges, and transfers.
- Perform routine patient care procedures, treatments, and care activities in the assigned area in accordance with hospital policies and procedures.
- Perform care activities that may include simple dressing changes, wound care, enemas, urinary catheter insertion and care, applying ice and elevating wounds, assisting patients with bedpan placement or removal, and providing food to or feeding patients.
- Perform related duties as required.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- Career development and continuing education opportunities
- Health savings accounts
- Healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee discount program
- Voluntary pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare, and auto and home insurance
- Up to $5,000 sign-on bonus based on eligibility
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
