EMT - White Co EMS - PRN

Northeast Georgia Health System • Cleveland, GA

5d

About The Position

The EMT works under the direct supervision of the Medical Transport Supervisor. The role requires knowledge of patient treatment and stabilization, including definitive techniques within the limits of the employee’s certification and the Georgia Department of Public Health’s guidelines. The EMT cares for patients across neonate, infant, child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric age groups, and performs clinical duties in accordance with Georgia EMT Scope of Practice guidelines and procedures.

Requirements

• State license as EMT-I or AEMT.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Approval by the State of Georgia Department of Public Health, including completion of an approved Defensive Driving course and Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Knowledge of Georgia Department of Public Health protocols and scope of practice for licensed EMTs.
• Knowledge of laws pertaining to emergency vehicle operation.
• Maintain good physical fitness.
• Maintain all certifications required by the State of Georgia Office of EMS.

Responsibilities

• Maintain current knowledge of emergency medicine relevant to pre-hospital and interfacility care of sick and injured patients, and consistently deliver care to every patient.
• Keep the emergency vehicle clean, decontaminated, fueled, and fully stocked.
• Maintain and account for ambulance equipment, and retrieve equipment left at hospitals.
• Pursue continuing education offered by NGHS and other providers to maintain personal accountability for medic licensure.
• Use sound judgment to resolve problems through the chain of command and exercise discretion regarding the public.
• Wear the appropriate uniform according to NGHS and Medical Transport policies and procedures.
• Use mobile communications according to departmental rules and procedures.
• Complete patient care documentation accurately and promptly in accordance with State of Georgia and departmental requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED