EMT PRN (As Needed)
About The Position
Provides the practice and delivery of safe, effective, ethical and culturally competent emergency care to patients of all ages in emergency situations who require stabilization and/or resuscitation as a result of illness or injury. Key accountabilities include fostering interdisciplinary collaborative relationships; making decisions in patient care/triage; ensure smooth shift operations; facilitate a seamless transition for the next shift that includes exchange of essential information. Performs technical procedures according to Jackson County Regional Health Center Ambulance protocols and functions within their Scope of Practice in accordance with the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services, Bureau of EMS. In addition, assists in CS, Purchasing, Cardiopulmonary/Med Surg, ED or any other area of the hospital when asked/needed. EMTs also play an essential role in educating the community about health and safety practices and often assist in emergency preparedness and response planning.
Requirements
- Basic Anatomy and Physiology
- Medical Terminology -- Familiarity with the language used in medical settings to describe conditions, treatments, and procedures.
- Emergency Care Protocols
- Pharmacology Basics - Awareness of medications commonly used in emergency situations (example epinephrine for allergic reactions).
- Emergency Care Techniques
- Driving Skills
- Read, write, and communicate professionally and effectively with employees and managers
- Effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees and/or managers
- Knowledge of company protocols, operational procedures, and safety policies
- Knowledge of methods and techniques for providing on-site emergency medical services
- Basic Life Support
- CPI and Dependent Adult/Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training within timelines established in the Licensure, Registration, Certification and Life Saving training policy.
- EMT in Iowa
- Valid Driver’s License Class D
- AHA BLS
- Less than 1 year required.
Nice To Haves
- AHA BLS
- Child and Dependent Adult Courses
- NIMS training
Responsibilities
- Patient Assessment
- Providing Basic Medical Care
- Emergency Treatment
- Patient Stabilization
- Safe Patient Transport
- Communication
- Record Keeping
- Maintenance Equipment
- Professional Conduct
- Health and Safety
- Operate ambulance equipment and respond to radio transmissions
- Lead and coordinate the team responding to an emergency
- Evaluate the patient’s condition on the scene and perform preliminary diagnosis
- Attend to injuries or sudden illnesses by applying a variety of pre-hospital simple and advanced treatments (first aid, CPR, administering injections and oxygen etc.) or surgical procedures
- Use tech equipment and tools to stabilize patients or provide immediate treatment
- Monitor patient’s condition en route to the hospital
- Collaborate with interested parties (police, firefighting unit, doctors etc.)
- Write and submit concrete and accurate reports on incidents
- Adhere to established medical protocols and procedures as well as legal guidelines and health and safety standards
- Keep abreast with new treatment and medical procedures through continuous training
- Equipment Inspection
- Inventory Management including daily and monthly rig checks/outdates
- Sanitization and Decontamination
- Organizing and Storing Equipment
- Documentation and Reporting
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Routine Training on Equipment Use
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
