First Responder |PRN

Avera•Tyler, MN

4h•$18 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

Accountable for basic life support service under the direction of an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) and makes emergency response calls in accordance with the established state standards and following standing orders and department protocols.

Requirements

The individual must be able to work the hours specified.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds.
Drivers License - Licensing Board Upon Hire
Emergency Medical Responder - Minnesota Emergency Medical Services Regulatory Board (MEMSRB) An active license in the state of practice Upon Hire

Nice To Haves

High School or GED Equivalent

Responsibilities

Serves as either driver of the emergency vehicle or as a secondary patient attendant under the direction of an EMT.
Carries out all functions within scope of practice in a confident, high-quality and safe manner.
Demonstrates sound judgment in stress situations and provides emotional stability to patients and affected individuals.
Responds to calls in a timely manner.
Maintains technical skills within expected standard of practice.
Commitment to the daily application of Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.
Promote Avera’s values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.
Uphold Avera’s standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.
Maintain confidentiality.
Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.
Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.