EMT

FIRST CALL AMBULANCE LLC•Smyrna, TN

19d•Onsite

About The Position

First Call Ambulance is seeking EMTs who share its mission of exceptional patient care and friendly customer service. The EMT performs lifesaving procedures and patient care, and may drive defensively while delivering EMS through patient response and transport. The role follows the scope of practice established by the Medical Director and state EMS agency, as well as company policies, procedures, and protocols. The EMT works with coworkers, healthcare personnel, patients, and family members; keeps required documentation and certifications current; and supports the company's operations, quality assurance, public relations, and community mission. The listed location is Smyrna, Tennessee.

Requirements

Hold and maintain a valid state EMS license for the state of employment, with no documented disciplinary action.
Have an active driver's license in the state of residence.
Maintain current CPR and EVOC certifications.
Within one year of hire, complete a pediatric certification course (PEARS, PEPP, or EPC) and a trauma certification course (PHTLS or ITLS).

Responsibilities

Perform EMT duties within the scope of practice established by the Medical Director and state EMS agency.
Provide lifesaving procedures and patient care during EMS response and transport.
Drive emergency or non-emergency vehicles in the appropriate mode using defensive driving techniques, when trained and licensed to do so.
Follow company policies, procedures, and protocols.
Maintain a professional, caring appearance, attitude, and conduct.
Work cooperatively with employees, healthcare personnel, patients, and family members.
Complete required paperwork and documentation accurately and fully.
Report accidents, problems, incidents, equipment or vehicle failures, and workers’ compensation injuries to the company as soon as possible.
Complete required training and education to keep certifications and job requirements current, including assigned CareerCert or TraumaSoft in-services.
Attend in-services, run report reviews, and other quality assurance activities.
Participate in company or EMS public relations activities.
Complete vehicle and equipment inventories as requested.
Complete special tasks related to company operations or improvement.
Help ensure First Call Ambulance meets or exceeds local, state, and federal requirements.
Provide written reports to supervisors or management as necessary or required.
Promote company marketing strategies consistent with the marketing plan.
Work with employees, supervisors, managers, and other departments to support company strategies.
Attend required training sessions, seminars, and workshops.
Uphold First Call Ambulance core values and mission in the community.
Perform other duties as necessary or required by management.