EMT .9 FTE 1st shift

Waverly Health Center • Waverly, IA

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About The Position

FTE/Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0.90 / 36 / 1st Shift (United States of America)Minimum of 36 hours a week. Holiday and weekend rotation. PRIMARY FUNCTIONS Provides care to sick and injured patients in pre-hospital settings. May provide care to patients having more complex medical or trauma problems in extenuating circumstances. Possesses broad-based clinical skills including communication, mentoring, advocacy, critical thinking, accountability for self, peers and others and assisting in maintaining a healthy work environment.

Requirements

• Must be a graduate of an accredited Emergency Medical Technician program and possess valid Iowa EMT certification.
• Must maintain an acceptable Motor Vehicle Driving Record.
• Must have thorough knowledge of emergency care equipment, vehicle operation and maintenance, and advanced EMT-P procedures.
• Ability to learn and navigate computer systems including the online training modules, the employee timesheet and the performance appraisal system. Job specific systems are also required.
• Must be able to read, speak, and write fluent English.
• Sitting – Approximately 25% of shift.
• Standing– Approximately 50% of shift.
• Walking – Approximately 50% of shift.
• Lifting – Approximately 50 pounds.
• Must use, and require others to use, when in hospital and/or pre-hospital settings, proper body mechanics and ergonomics and, as applicable, lifting/moving devices.
• Twisting – Infrequent.
• Bending – Moderate.
• Squat/Kneel – Approximately 25% of shift.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position without compromising patient care or satisfaction.
• May come in contact with hazardous chemicals or treatment modalities.
• Possibility exists of exposure to communicable disease due to working in a healthcare environment.
• Involvement in patient care may result in unavoidable work-related illnesses.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience as an EMT preferred.

Responsibilities

• Emergency Patient Care: Administers life support care to sick and injured persons in pre-hospital setting as authorized and directed by a physician and within Iowa EMS Scope of Practice guidelines. ● Airway/ventilation/oxygenation ● Assisted medications – patient’s ● Cardiovascular/circulation ● Immobilization ● Miscellaneous
• Hospital Patient Care: Provides patient care in hospital setting as authorized and directed by a physician, and within Iowa EMS Scope of Practice guidelines. ● Airway/ventilation/oxygenation ● Assisted medications – patient’s ● Cardiovascular/circulation ● Immobilization ● IV maintenance/fluids ● Assists with 12 lead EKG recordings. ● Miscellaneous
• Performs routine preventative maintenance on all ambulance equipment and vehicles, including the completion of daily vehicle checks.
• Maintains department living quarters, performing cleaning duties daily.
• Completes all reports and documentation in a timely manner.
• Assists within the department as requested: ● With administrative duties. ● Serves on departmental committees as assigned by Manager.
• Promotes and maintains a positive working relationship, both intra- and inter-departmentally.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed