EMT

Saratoga Harness Racing, Inc.•Saratoga Springs, NY

About The Position

Saratoga Casino Hotel is seeking an EMT to promote outstanding relations with guests and fellow Team Members by providing friendly, swift, and responsible service. The role involves responding to emergency-care calls at the hotel and delivering basic life support within the scope of practice of a New York State EMT-B. The EMT works in a team-based environment and helps ensure necessary work is completed while supporting colleagues and guests. The EMT assesses patients, determines and prioritizes appropriate medical procedures or the need for further assistance, and treats patients until they refuse medical assistance or ambulance or fire personnel arrive to provide a higher level of care. The position requires the ability to assist with lifting and moving patients of varying weights. Schedules may be flexible to meet business needs, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements

At least 18 years of age.
Current and valid New York State EMT-B card.
Current and valid CPR card.
Knowledge of New York State Health Department and REMO protocols and ability to apply them to basic life support care.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to assist in lifting and moving patients of varying weights.
Ability to work flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, according to business needs.

Responsibilities

Respond to all calls for emergency care at Saratoga Casino Hotel.
Provide medical care within the scope of practice of a New York State EMT-B.
Assess the nature and extent of injuries or illnesses based on the patient's statements, examination, and knowledge of emergency medical practice.
Establish and prioritize medical procedures to follow and determine whether further assistance is needed.
When appropriate, request that Security personnel on duty place an ambulance call.
Treat patients until they refuse medical assistance or ambulance or fire personnel arrive to administer a higher level of care.
Assist in lifting and moving patients of varying weights.
Promote friendly, swift, and responsible service and positive relations with guests and fellow Team Members.

Benefits

Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Vacation and sick time.
Company-paid life insurance.
401(k) with 4% match.
Free Employee Assistance Program.
Employee recognition program.
$20 YMCA memberships.
Local and national discount programs through EAP and Tickets@Work.
STASH Hotel Partner Program offering $69-per-night hotels across North and South America.
Growth potential.
Free meals in the Team Dining Facility.
Agency-sponsored CME program.