LifeLine EMT

IU Health•Indianapolis, IN

8h•Onsite

About The Position

Responds in an emergency medical vehicle to reported emergencies, nonemergencies, and interhospital transports. Provides efficient, immediate basic life support care at the scene, en route, and in the hospital. Performs non-invasive procedures and basic life support functions, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), automated external defibrillation (AED), and bone splinting. Performs specialized life-sustaining procedures in a hospital-based advanced care ambulance service and provides immediate emergency care and transport for critically ill or injured patients. A valid driver’s license and Motor Vehicle Record report may be required. Employment consideration may be contingent upon the Motor Vehicle Record report results. This is a full-time position with three 12-hour shifts on a set schedule in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Requirements

Indiana EMT certification issued by the Indiana Department of Homeland Security, or national certification with the ability to obtain Indiana EMT certification within 30 days of starting employment.
Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association.
Indiana state driver’s license.
A valid driver’s license and Motor Vehicle Record report may be required; employment consideration may depend on the report results.
Other advanced life support certifications may be required based on unit or department specialty and patient care policies.

Responsibilities

Respond to reported emergencies, nonemergencies, and interhospital transports in an emergency medical vehicle.
Provide basic life support care at the scene, en route, and in the hospital.
Perform non-invasive procedures and basic life support functions, including CPR, AED, and bone splinting.
Perform specialized life-sustaining procedures in a hospital-based advanced care ambulance service.
Provide immediate emergency care and transport for critically ill or injured patients.