EMT - White Co EMS - PRN

Northeast Georgia Medical Center • Cleveland, GA

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About The Position

The EMT works under the direct supervision of the Medical Transport Supervisor. The role involves treating and stabilizing patients, and performing definitive techniques within the limits of the employee’s certification and the Georgia Department of Public Health’s guidelines. The EMT provides care to neonate, infant, child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients in accordance with the State of Georgia EMT Scope of Practice and applicable 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 an approved Defensive Driving course and Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Knowledge of State 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 treatment of sick and injured patients, and consistently provide appropriate care.
• Keep the emergency vehicle clean, decontaminated, fueled, and fully stocked.
• Maintain and account for ambulance equipment, including retrieving equipment left at hospitals.
• Pursue continuing education offered by NGHS and other providers to support licensure accountability.
• Use sound judgment to resolve problems through the chain of command and exercise discretion regarding the public.
• Wear appropriate uniform attire in accordance with NGHS and Medical Transport policies and procedures.
• Use mobile communications in accordance with departmental rules and procedures.
• Complete patient care documentation accurately and promptly in accordance with state and departmental requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED