EMT - Medical Transport - Full Time - Days - 12 Hour Shifts

Northeast Georgia Health System•Cleveland, GA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is under the direct supervision of the Medical Transport Supervisor and requires knowledge of the treatment and stabilization of all patients, as well as definitive techniques within the scope of practice and limitations of certification, as governed by the Department of Public Health. The role involves caring for patients across all age groups, from neonate to geriatric. Employees perform clinical duties in accordance with population-specific guidelines and adhere to the Georgia Department of Public Health, as outlined by the Georgia Office of EMS and Trauma.

Requirements

State certification as Emergency Medical Technician.
High School Diploma or GED
As approved by State of Georgia Department of Public Health to include emergency vehicle operation.

Nice To Haves

Competent in the administration of epinephrine auto-injectors for anaphylaxis.
Perform pulse oximetry and blood glucose measurements and interpretation.
Can perform administration of pre-measured unit doses of nebulized bronchodilator.
Competent in the administration of oxygen using the nasal cannula or mask designed for delivery of oxygen. This does not include the High Flow Nasal Cannula (HFNC).
Is knowledgeable of all laws pertaining to emergency vehicle operation.

Responsibilities

Maintains up-to-date knowledge of all aspects of emergency medicine relative to pre-hospital 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 the ambulance is accounted for at all times, and that any equipment left at the hospital is retrieved.
Maintains and complies with all mandatory NGHS education.
Uses sound judgment in resolving problems using the chain of command and the NGHS Safety Took Kit.
Properly dresses in appropriate uniform attire.
Uses radio communication professionally and as directed.
Documentation is completed accurately and expeditiously within the standards of Medical Transport.
May serve as the primary patient caregiver during transport.
Operates NGHS vehicles within the NGHS standards and Georgia laws.
Maintains all certifications required by law/department.