EMT

CommonSpirit Health•Chattanooga, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

CommonSpirit Memorial is an award-winning, not-for-profit, faith-based health care organization dedicated to the healing ministry of Jesus Christ. Founded by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, we offer a comprehensive continuum of care, from preventative and primary care to acute hospital services specializing in cancer, cardiac, neuroscience, stroke, and orthopedic services. Our commitment to excellence has earned us top prestigious recognition repeatedly from U.S. News and World Report, PINC AI™, CMS, Healthgrades®, Leapfrog, and most recently as one of the Best Places to Work in Tennessee. We are proud to serve Southeast Tennessee and Northwest Georgia with the expertise of 4,700 employees and nearly 500 affiliated physicians. As our EMT, you will perform essential general patient care, meticulously following established clinic workflows to ensure efficient and high-quality service delivery within an outpatient setting. Every day you will complete comprehensive patient intake duties, including obtaining vital signs, verifying allergies and medications, and documenting reasons for visits. You'll also collect and prepare specimens, administer ordered medications and vaccines, clean and sterilize instruments, ensure exam room readiness, and meticulously complete safety checklists, escalating any non-routine issues promptly. To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate a strong commitment to patient care, efficiency, and safety, adeptly managing all intake processes and supporting clinical operations. Your ability to meticulously follow protocols, maintain a clean and stocked environment, and proactively address concerns will be crucial for exceptional patient experiences. The EMT will provide emergency medical treatment and transport to the sick and injured under his/her care in accordance with all applicable laws and department protocols and procedures.

Requirements

High School Graduate General Studies, upon hire or High School GED General Studies, upon hire
Graduate of an accredited school for EMS Education to the EMT-B Level, upon hire
Emergency Medical Technician: TN, upon hire
Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire
Driver's License: TN, upon hire

Nice To Haves

Pediatric Advanced Life Support, upon hire
Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course, upon hire
Prehospital Trauma Life Support, upon hire

Responsibilities

Perform essential general patient care, meticulously following established clinic workflows to ensure efficient and high-quality service delivery within an outpatient setting.
Complete comprehensive patient intake duties, including obtaining vital signs, verifying allergies and medications, and documenting reasons for visits.
Collect and prepare specimens.
Administer ordered medications and vaccines.
Clean and sterilize instruments.
Ensure exam room readiness.
Meticulously complete safety checklists, escalating any non-routine issues promptly.
Provide emergency medical treatment and transport to the sick and injured under his/her care in accordance with all applicable laws and department protocols and procedures.
Document all patient care performed in the approved Patient Care Report program, using the required format.
Ensure that all required paperwork is completed and turned in by end of shift.
Ensure that his/her equipment is in a state of readiness and cleanliness at the beginning of each shift.
Ensure their ambulance is fully stocked in accordance with departmental procedures.
Report any deficiencies and/or mechanical issues with their supplies, equipment, or vehicle to a supervisor in a timely fashion.
Restock the unit as necessary.
Work as part of a team to support and facilitate the mission of CHI Memorial EMS.