EMT PRN Spalding EMS - Ambulance

Wellstar Health System•Griffin, GA

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 the supervision of a paramedic, the EMT provides emergency patient care, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation, oxygen, and resuscitation with an Ambu bag, as well as technical care at the scene of an accident or other emergency. The role covers preparation, response, care delivery, transportation, documentation, and post-response duties. The EMT may also participate in life-safety, community-awareness, and other assigned programs.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Current BLS, American Red Cross BLS, or BLS Instructor certification.
One of the following credentials: EMT-Basic, EMT-Intermediate, EMT-Advanced, NREMT, or Paramedic.
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

Inspect the assigned EMS unit and equipment for 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 select the charge code that matches the service provided.
Know and appropriately apply the department's Standing Orders.
Coordinate with ancillary departments and agencies to support continuity of care and investigations of illnesses or accidents.
Communicate using appropriate terminology with patients, families, physicians, and coworkers.
Restock supplies and equipment and sanitize the ambulance after each use.
Assist with daily station duties and other special details as defined by Standard Operating Procedure.
Operate emergency vehicles safely and in compliance with applicable local, state, and federal laws.
Continuously observe patients during transfer and monitor for changes in condition.
Provide pertinent information and patients' personal belongings to the receiving facility.
Participate in assigned community-awareness programs and public-relations events.
Follow exposure-control plans for bloodborne and airborne pathogens, use protective barriers correctly, and institute appropriate safety measures.
Attend and complete annual education programs.
Treat patients, families, visitors, and coworkers with respect, courtesy, and consideration; maintain professional relationships and composure, including in stressful situations.
Use the appropriate chain of command and maintain open communication about issues.
Protect the confidentiality of hospital and patient information.
Maintain a neat appearance and wear required attire and identification.
Contribute positively to customer service and effective interdepartmental teamwork.
Participate in shared-management decision-making related to practice, education, and quality improvement, including attending at least one staff meeting per quarter.
Support the hospital's mission, policies, and procedures, and comply with Wellstar policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.
Demonstrate competence with 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 unit and nursing-department development.