EMT - Per Diem
Beth Israel Lahey Health•Boston, MA
•$23 - $31
About The Position
The Emergency Medical Technician responds to emergent and non-emergent requests for medical transportation and provides emergency and non-emergency care, primarily in the hospital environment and, when required, in the pre-hospital environment, within the scope of practice. The EMT safely and efficiently transports patients to an appropriate facility or residence. EMS staff may also be cross-trained to assist in the Emergency Department as needed.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Current Massachusetts Basic EMT certification.
- Current AHA BLS certification.
- Massachusetts driver's license.
- 0–1 years of related work experience.
- Experience with computer systems, including web-based applications and some Microsoft Office applications such as Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Responsibilities
- Respond promptly and safely to dispatcher-directed emergency and non-emergency calls, maintaining knowledge of local geography and traffic patterns.
- Operate emergency vehicles in accordance with applicable Massachusetts laws and park in designated patient pick-up and discharge areas.
- Complete accurate, timely patient care reports and other required documentation; complete vehicle and equipment checklists each shift and obtain insurance information from transferring or receiving facilities.
- Keep vehicles and equipment ready for response, clean, fueled, and stocked; know how to use equipment and radios; report damaged or unsafe equipment to a supervisor.
- Provide pre-hospital care at the EMT-B level, conduct complete and accurate BLS assessments, perform BLS skills, follow state and Region IV protocols, and give concise radio reports.
- Communicate professionally and cooperatively with patients, families, coworkers, community emergency service providers, hospital staff, physicians, and other allied health professionals; represent Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and EMS Services positively.
- Participate in continued learning and adopt new technology and procedures relevant to the role.
- Cross-train to assist in the Emergency Department as needed.
- Perform other duties as needed or directed to meet department needs.
Benefits
- Staff must be vaccinated against influenza as a condition of employment.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
