LifeLine EMT

Indiana University Health • Paoli, IN

72d

About The Position

The position involves responding in an emergency medical vehicle to the scene of reported emergencies, nonemergencies, and interhospital transports. The individual will provide efficient and immediate basic life support care to patients at the scene, en route to the hospital, and within the hospital. Responsibilities include performing non-invasive procedures and basic life support functions such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), automated external defibrillation (AED), and bone splinting. The role also entails performing specialized life-sustaining procedures in a hospital-based advanced care ambulance service, with a focus on providing immediate emergency care and transport for critically ill or injured patients.

Requirements

• Indiana Certification as an Emergency Medical Technician issued by the Indiana Department of Homeland Security required, or must be nationally certified and able to obtain the Indiana EMT Certification within 30 days of start of employment.
• Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association required.
• Other advanced life support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies.
• Requires Indiana State driver's license.
• A valid Indiana driver's license and Motor Vehicle Record report may be required.

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergencies and nonemergencies in an emergency medical vehicle.
• Provide basic life support care to patients at the scene and during transport.
• Perform non-invasive procedures such as CPR, AED, and bone splinting.
• Conduct specialized life-sustaining procedures in a hospital-based advanced care ambulance service.
• Transport critically ill or injured patients to the hospital.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees