EMT Per -Diem

External•Brooklyn, NY

11d•$42•Onsite

About The Position

Responds to calls via ambulance which includes assessment of patients, as well as handling emergencies using Basic Life Support equipment and techniques. Must be able to perform CPR, control bleeding, provide non-invasive treatment of hypoperfusion, stabilize/immobilize injured bones and the spine, manage environmental emergencies and emergency childbirth. Must be able to use semi-automatic defibrillator. Must be able to assist patients with self-administration or administer emergency medications as described in state and local protocols. Have a valid driver's license with no more that 2 points. Must maintain the NYS DOH EMT Certification current. Must be able to read a map, handle electronics such as radios, and maintain knowledge and skill for all necessary equipment. Responds to calls when dispatched. Read maps, may drive ambulance to emergency site using most expeditious route permitted by weather and road conditions. Observes all traffic ordinances and regulations. Uses appropriate body substance isolation procedures. Assesses the safety of the scene, gains access to the patient, assesses extent of the injury or illness. Extricates patient from entrapment. Communicates with dispatcher requesting additional assistance or services as necessary. Determines nature of illness or injury. Visually inspects for medical identification emblems to aid in care (medical bracelets, charm, etc) Uses prescribed techniques and equipment to provide patient care. Provides additional emergency care following established protocols. Makes determination regarding patient status and priority for emergency care using established criteria. Assesses and monitors vital signs and general appearance of patient for change. Reassures patient, family members and bystanders. Assists with lifting, carrying and properly loading patient into the ambulance. Must be able to Lift 125 pounds alone and 250 pounds with assistance. Determines appropriate medical facility providing ongoing medical care as necessary enroute. Reports nature of injury or illness to receiving facility. Asks for medical direction from medical control physician and carries out medical control orders as appropriate. Assists in moving patient from ambulance into medical facility. Reports verbally and in writing observations of the patient's emergency and care provided (including written reports and care provided by other Responders prior to EMT-B/AEMT arrival on scene) to emergency dept staff & assist staff as required. Complies with regulations in handling deceased, notifies authorities and arranges for protection of property and evidence at scene. Replaces supplies, properly disposes of medical waste. Properly cleans contaminated equipment according to established guidelines. Checks all equipment for future readiness. Maintains ambulance in operable condition. Ensures cleanliness and organization of ambulance, its equipment and supplies. Determines vehicle readiness by checking operator maintainable fluid, fuel and air pressure levels. Maintains familiarity with all specialized equipment. Should be prepared to work the transport unit, 911 EMS unit, or in some instances, temporarily work the Dispatch Center. Performs all other duties as required.

Requirements

Valid driver's license with no more than 2 points.
Maintain current NYS DOH EMT Certification.
Ability to read a map.
Ability to handle electronics such as radios.
Maintain knowledge and skill for all necessary equipment.
Minimum formal education of High School Diploma or equivalent.
Minimum of 1 year job-related experience.
At least 2 years working experience for the position sought.
Successfully complete an approved NYS EMT-B or AEMT course.
Lift 125 pounds alone and 250 pounds with assistance.

Nice To Haves

Ability to speak and understand Spanish is desirable for this area.

Responsibilities

Respond to calls via ambulance, including patient assessment and emergency handling using Basic Life Support equipment and techniques.
Perform CPR, control bleeding, provide non-invasive treatment of hypoperfusion, stabilize/immobilize injured bones and the spine, manage environmental emergencies and emergency childbirth.
Use semi-automatic defibrillator.
Assist patients with self-administration or administer emergency medications as described in state and local protocols.
Read maps and drive ambulance to emergency sites, observing traffic ordinances and regulations.
Use appropriate body substance isolation procedures.
Assess scene safety, gain access to the patient, and assess the extent of injury or illness.
Extricate patients from entrapment.
Communicate with dispatcher for additional assistance or services.
Determine the nature of illness or injury and visually inspect for medical identification emblems.
Use prescribed techniques and equipment to provide patient care and additional emergency care following established protocols.
Determine patient status and priority for emergency care.
Assess and monitor vital signs and general appearance of the patient for changes.
Reassure patients, family members, and bystanders.
Assist with lifting, carrying, and loading patients into the ambulance.
Determine the appropriate medical facility and provide ongoing medical care enroute.
Report the nature of injury or illness to the receiving facility.
Request medical direction from a medical control physician and carry out orders.
Assist in moving patients from the ambulance into the medical facility.
Provide verbal and written reports of patient's emergency and care provided to emergency department staff.
Comply with regulations in handling deceased individuals, notify authorities, and arrange for protection of property and evidence.
Replace supplies, properly dispose of medical waste, and clean contaminated equipment.
Check all equipment for future readiness and maintain the ambulance in operable condition.
Ensure cleanliness and organization of the ambulance, its equipment, and supplies.
Determine vehicle readiness by checking fluid, fuel, and air pressure levels.
Maintain familiarity with all specialized equipment.
Be prepared to work the transport unit, 911 EMS unit, or temporarily work the Dispatch Center.
Perform all other duties as required.