Emt Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Valid EMT or Paramedic License in the State of Michigan
• BCLS
• High School Diploma or GED
• Interpersonal skills to effectively and appropriately communicate with patients, families, physicians, and other Hospital Caregivers, other Sparrow Regional Health System Caregivers, and external agencies.
• Able to demonstrate the knowledge and skill necessary to provide care based on physical, psycho/social, educational, safety and related criteria, appropriate to the age of the patients serviced in her/his assigned service area as related to the principle duties and responsibilities of the position.
• The skills and knowledge needed to provide such care may be gained through education, training or experience.
• Demonstrated competency for administering 12 lead EKG, and Point of Care Testing.
• Must be a “self-starter” and assertively take on challenging responsibilities and hold self ultimately accountable for results and performance.

Nice To Haves

• 1 year road experience as a EMT
• Associates Degree
• EKG Rhythm interruption for transport. (Will provide training if needed)

Responsibilities

• In collaboration with the RN, assesses patient condition and reports pertinent data to RN, Supervisor, or medical personnel, initiating appropriate care according to evidence-based policies and guidelines.
• In collaboration with the RN, develops an appropriate nursing care plan according to evidence-based guidelines and policies.
• Under the delegation of the RN, implements the nursing care plan and engages in patient/family teaching.
• Identify life-threatening situations and anticipate patient needs. Act calmly and rapidly during emergencies and provide necessary resources for ED or trauma teams while including team members in a collaborative approach.
• Assist the RN to quickly and effectively deal with any and all potentially life threatening situations that may occur to increase the likelihood of a positive patient outcome.
• Adhere to Sparrow Health System's established ED protocols for obtaining and documentation of vital signs, administering of oxygen therapies, ECG monitoring and 12 lead EKG testing.
• Perform C-spine immobilization, Foley catheter initiation, maintenance and removal.
• Perform BLS airway management including oral and nasal pharyngeal airways and suctioning.
• Wound and burn skin care using aseptic technique.
• Assist RN/Physician in procedure set up.
• Specimen collection and transportation for laboratory testing and general care of patients as outlined in Emergency Department established protocols.
• At the delegation of the RN; Performs diagnostic procedures and initiates care in accordance with hospital policies and procedures.
• Document all patient care given, and patient responses to care in the medical record appropriately.
• Provides BCLS including; CPR and procedures set forth by Sparrow Health System and the department management team.
• Assure quality of care by adhering to therapeutic standards. Makes or recommends necessary adjustments by collaborating with team members and multidisciplinary members.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops. Review professional publications and literature. Attending all required in-service, staff meetings, and skills training as set by the manager.
• Ensure that Trauma Room areas are ready for critical situations at all times. Ensures they are fully stocked and equipment checks are complete, and that all equipment is fully operational.
• Demonstrates appropriate use of equipment and supplies and maintains a safe work environment.
• Perform post-mortem care and transport.
• Exhibit excellent multi-tasking skills and have the ability to prioritize and perform a variety of concurrent tasks with minimal direction.
• Display professionalism, compassion, and sound medical practice when dealing with challenging situations.