EMT

Children's Mercy KC • Kansas City, MO

19h • Onsite

About The Position

The Transport EMT is responsible for assisting with patient care during transport. The EMT has a thorough knowledge of operations and maintenance of transport equipment. The Transport EMT safely operates ambulances on emergent and non-emergent transports. The EMT works effectively as a team member, supports a teamwork philosophy, and promotes positive relationships with referring providers and organizations.
At Children’s Mercy, we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve, as well as our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity.
Additionally, it’s important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve, as well as the Children’s Mercy staff, we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found non-immune to measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005. If you are selected for this position, you will be asked to supply your immunization records as proof of vaccination. If you and have any concerns about receiving these vaccines, medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.

Requirements

• HS diploma or equivalent and 1-2 years experience emergency services such as fire, police, dispatching (communication specialist). One to two years experience in hospital with direct patient care.
• Licensed Emergency Med Tech KS, Licensed Paramedic KS required upon hire
• Licensed Emergency Med Tech MO, Licensed Paramedic MO required upon hire
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Required Upon Hire
• Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition & Stabilization (PEARS) Required 90 Days
• Current MO or KS Drivers License Required 30 Days
• Current Driver's License (any state) Required Upon Hire

Nice To Haves

• Direct patient care and ambulance operating experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operates ambulances safely on emergent and non-emergent transports. Ensures ambulances are safe, clean and operational.
• Assists with direct patient care within the scope of EMT training.
• Promotes a positive relationship with referral health care providers, other CMH employees, families and fellow transport team crew members.
• Participates in Quality Improvement activities and demonstrates professional commitment to maintaining required certification and attending education/training, meetings, and assigned committees.

Benefits

• The benefits plans at Children’s Mercy are one of many reasons we are recognized as one of the best places to work in Kansas City. Our plans are designed to meet the changing needs of our employees and their families.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED