EMT PRN Spalding EMS - Ambulance Days

Wellstar Health System

10h

About The Position

The EMT attends to patients transported by ambulance on emergency and non-emergency calls and is responsible for patient safety en route. Under paramedic supervision, the EMT provides emergency patient care, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation, oxygen, and resuscitation with an Ambu bag, and provides emergency technical care at accident scenes and other emergencies. Duties span preparation and response, patient care and transportation, documentation, and post-response activities. The EMT may also participate in life-safety and community-awareness programs and perform other assigned duties.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Required upon hire: Basic Life Support certification, American Red Cross Basic Life Support certification, or Basic Life Support Instructor certification.
Required upon hire: EMT-Basic, EMT-Intermediate, EMT-Advanced, NREMT, or Paramedic credential.
Required upon hire: Georgia driver's license or valid state driver's license.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Willingness to be a team player and self-starter.
Proficiency obtaining vital signs using manual processes.

Nice To Haves

Experience as an EMT is preferred.

Responsibilities

Check the assigned EMS unit and equipment for functional readiness at the start of duty.
Respond to dispatched calls within one minute between 0800 and 2300, and within three minutes between 2300 and 0800.
Complete Patient Care Reports and document applicable medical procedures and protocols.
Complete patient information on billing sheets and enter the charge code for the service provided.
Apply the department's Standing Orders appropriately.
Work with ancillary departments and agencies to support continuity of care and investigations of illnesses or accidents.
Communicate appropriately with patients, families, physicians, and coworkers.
Restock used supplies and equipment and sanitize the ambulance after each use.
Assist with daily station duties and other details defined by Standard Operating Procedure.
Operate emergency vehicles safely and in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws.
Observe patients during transfers and monitor for changes in condition.
Relay pertinent information and transfer patients' personal belongings to the receiving facility.
Participate in assigned community-awareness programs and public-relations events.
Follow hospital exposure-control plans for bloodborne and airborne pathogens and use protective barrier equipment correctly.
Institute appropriate measures to maintain a safe environment.
Attend and complete annual education programs.
Treat patients, families, visitors, and coworkers with dignity, respect, and courtesy; maintain professional relationships and composure in stressful situations.
Use the appropriate chain of command and maintain open communication.
Maintain confidentiality of hospital and patient information.
Wear appropriate attire and identification and contribute positively to customer service.
Work effectively as part of the department and broader unit team, and participate in shared management and decision-making related to practice, education, and quality improvement.
Participate in at least one staff meeting per quarter.
Support the hospital's mission, policies, and procedures, and comply with WellStar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.
Demonstrate competence using the Cerner computer system.
Complete assignments on time, report to work as scheduled, and demonstrate dependability and flexibility in meeting scheduling needs.
Assume other duties and responsibilities as necessary, including activities related to the developmental needs of the unit and nursing department.