EMT Lansing

MOBILE MEDICAL RESPONSE INC•Mason, MI

16h•Onsite

About The Position

The primary duty of the Field Training Officer is to provide quality training and field orientation to assigned students, externs and/or assigned field personnel. They will also operate as a road paramedic or EMT. Essential Duties: ▪ Know and support the Mission Statement, Policy/Procedures and MMR’s MMVs. ▪ Monitors the performance of assigned personnel. Corrects errors as necessary, provides training and feedback. ▪ Conducts "ride-alongs" with field operations personnel to directly observe patient care (as applicable) and customer service skills. ▪ Conducts "ride-alongs" with students to directly observe patient care (as applicable) and effective skills. ▪ Conducts new hire and student evaluations in a timely manner along with monthly documentation review as assigned. ▪ Advances patient care and documentation standards by maintaining education with the QA department and operations. ▪ Attends all education sessions required for FTOs by the QA department and local operations. ▪ Assists with orientation for new employees and conducts skills labs with new employees. Will recommend advancement as the orientee progresses. ▪ Agrees to frequent, FTO-targeted documentation auditing by the QA department to ensure patient care and documentation standards are maintained. ▪ Changes future documentation style and depth to comply with QA department goals. ▪ Works days, nights, specific shift bids, as needed, to fulfill operations needs with new employees. This is at the discretion of operations managers. ▪ Must pass any additional training required by the operations and/or QA department. ▪ Performs the duties as described in the EMT job description. ▪ Perform other teaching or continuing education as assigned. ▪ Obtain and maintain certification in emergency driving. ▪ Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Currently licensed in the State of Michigan as an EMT-Basic
Possess and maintain a valid Michigan driver license and maintain an acceptable driving record
Possess and maintain a current Healthcare Provider certification from American Heart Association
Possess FEMA NIMS IC-100.b, 200.b, 700 & 800.b
Ability to perform well under the stress of emergent and often adverse conditions
Skilled in use of locator aids to find specific locations (maps, computerized mapping, directories, etc.)
Advanced computer skills including the ability to utilize a computer PC with Windows operating system
Ability to operate office equipment, including but not limited to, copier, fax machine, scanner, monitor, multi-line telephone, printer, typewriter and calculator
Skilled in typing and data entry
Ability to drive in accordance with MMR standards. Pass all driving examinations, both written and road tests
Ability to effectively express oneself in the English language, both verbally and written
Ability to respond politely and professionally to patients, patients’ families, hospital staff, bystanders and other emergency service workers
Must complete initial and annual Bloodborne Pathogens Training
Must be at least 18 years old
Must be able to lift a minimum of 265 pounds (175 lb. patient and approximately 90 lb. stretcher) with assistance from one other qualified individual.
Must be able to lift a minimum of 100 pounds, by yourself, at a waist high level and carry a distance without pausing.
Has visual acuity of at least 20/40 (Snellen) in each eye, with corrective lenses and a field of vision in the horizontal meridian not less than a total 140 degrees; ability to distinguish traffic colors (red, green, amber); hearing should be adequate in the better ear for conversational tones without the use of hearing aids.
No physical condition that would prohibit him/her from working 12 hours without a break, and/or an uninterrupted meal period.
Meet minimum requirements of MMR post-employment physical examination, physical ability test and drug screen.

Nice To Haves

Obtain a trauma certification (PHTLS) within 6 months of employment
Obtain a pediatrics certification (PEPP or PALS) within 6 months of employment

Responsibilities

Monitors the performance of assigned personnel, corrects errors, provides training and feedback.
Conducts "ride-alongs" with field operations personnel and students to observe patient care and skills.
Conducts new hire and student evaluations and monthly documentation reviews.
Advances patient care and documentation standards through ongoing education.
Attends required education sessions for FTOs.
Assists with new employee orientation and conducts skills labs.
Undergoes frequent, FTO-targeted documentation auditing.
Adjusts documentation style and depth to meet QA department goals.
Works various shifts as needed to fulfill operational needs with new employees.
Passes additional training required by operations and/or QA department.
Performs duties as described in the EMT job description.
Performs other teaching or continuing education as assigned.
Obtains and maintains certification in emergency driving.
Performs other duties as assigned.