EMT

Covenant Health•New Tazewell, TN

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) is a public safety professional that responds to medical emergencies and other medical transport needs in pre-hospital and interfacility settings. Upon arrival, the EMT performs triage and initial survey, provides emergency care through careful assessment of the patient, and recognizes injuries and illnesses. The EMT shall also gain knowledge of pre-existing medical conditions, previous medications, medical preferences, and identification of the patient.

Requirements

Must have and maintain a TN EMS license OR a valid, unrestricted license in any Compact Member State.
Must have a valid driver’s license and state mandated minimum insurance coverage.
Driving record must meet Covenant Health minimum standards at the date of hire and throughout employment tenure.

Nice To Haves

Two (2) years of experience in EMS or in another healthcare setting preferred.

Responsibilities

Administer epinephrine for the treatment of anaphylaxis, airway management and/or oxygen administration with a Blind-Insertion airway device (BIAD), and provide other interventions within their scope of practice as approved by the EMS Medical Director.
Render necessary emergency care for acute illness or injury, including medical emergencies, traumatic injury, behavioral health emergencies, or other associated care of chronic comorbid conditions.
Report essential information concerning the patient, the patient's medical condition, and treatment to the medical personnel who assume responsibility for continuing care of the patient.
Utilize EMS telecommunications for coordination and information exchange with EMS dispatchers, medical facilities, online medical control, and other system users, and conduct radio transmissions appropriately with regard for rules, regulations, and procedures.
Perform routine daily maintenance checks on the vehicle assigned to them and records results on the vehicle maintenance checklist; properly clean and restock assigned vehicles after each call; and refuel vehicle (at the designated service stations) after each call or when tank is less than 1/2 full.
Adhere to the Covenant Health EMS dress code while on duty.
Complete all mandatory Covenant Health training, mandatory Covenant Health EMS in-service training, as well as additional independent training to meet State of Tennessee minimal continuing education requirements.
Follow policies, procedures, and safety standards.
Complete required education assignments annually.
Work toward achieving goals and objectives, and participate in quality improvement initiatives as requested.
Perform other duties as assigned.