EMT - Medical Transport - PRN

Northeast Georgia Medical Center • Gainesville, GA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The EMT - Medical Transport role is under the direct supervision of the Medical Transport Supervisor. The EMT should possess knowledge of treatment and stabilization for all patients, as well as definitive techniques within the limitations of their certification as governed by the Georgia Department of Public Health. This position will care for patients across all age groups, from neonate to geriatric. The employee performs clinical duties in accordance with the State of Georgia EMT Scope of Practice guidelines and procedures.

Requirements

• State license as EMT-I, or AEMT
• High School Diploma or GED
• As approved by State of Georgia Department of Public Health to include approved Defensive Driving course and Basic Life Support (BLS)

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of State of Georgia Department of Public Health Protocols and Scope of Practice for licensed EMTs
• Is knowledgeable of all laws pertaining to emergency vehicle operation
• Maintains good physical fitness
• Maintains all certifications required by the State of Georgia Office of EMS

Responsibilities

• Maintains up-to-date knowledge of all aspects of emergency medicine relative to pre-hospital and inter-facility treatment of all sick and injured patients and ensures that care is consistently delivered to every patient.
• Ensures that emergency vehicle is clean and decontaminated at all times and that vehicle is fueled and fully stocked.
• Maintains all equipment on ambulance and is accounted for at all times and that any equipment left at the hospital is eventually retrieved.
• Pursues continuing education offered by NGHS and others for personal accountability for medic licensure.
• Uses sound judgment in resolving problems by following the chain of command and that discretion is observed in regards to the public.
• Properly dresses in appropriate uniform attire according to NGHS and Medical Transport policies and procedures.
• Uses mobile communication according to departmental rules and procedures.
• Patient care documentation is done accurately and expeditiously within the standards of the State of Georgia and departmental requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED