Emt Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• EMT-B certification.
• Must be active on the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) or possess a current Virginia EMT license/certification.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Computer skills.
• Ability to attend six weeks of training.

Nice To Haves

• EMT-related experience.

Responsibilities

• Place patients on continuous cardiac monitoring and collect, document, and report patient vital-sign data.
• Register patients accurately, efficiently, and professionally to maintain database integrity and facilitate claims processing.
• Request prior electrocardiograms for Medical Director review when appropriate and follow medical standard operating procedures for patient intervention.
• Document procedures and therapies in patients’ medical records.
• Perform surgical preparation of wounds according to protocol and provide wound care in accordance with department clinical practice standards.
• Stabilize and immobilize the spine and properly fit extremity splints; assess neurovascular status after splint application and report deviations to the Registered Nurse and physician.
• Assist with patient transport for testing, admission, discharge, interfacility transfer, and aeromedical transport according to Operating Unit policy; arrange interfacility transport from freestanding Emergency departments.
• Collect patient specimens according to department and facility policies and procedures; assist mid-level providers and physicians with collecting, labeling, and transporting irretrievable specimens.
• Maintain equipment and supply inventory and coordinate with materials management to ensure appropriate stock and minimize outdated stock.
• Obtain 12-lead ECGs as ordered by a physician and provide the ECG to the physician immediately upon completion.
• Review Medical Director orders related to disease state, monitor patient progress toward expected outcomes, and report deviations to the Registered Nurse.
• Follow computer-system and department operational procedures and training guidelines to obtain accurate demographic, diagnosis, and insurance information.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Team member wellness program.
• Retirement plan with Inova matching the first 5% of eligible contributions, starting on the first day.
• Education assistance of up to $5,250 per year.
• Student loan assistance of up to $10,000.
• Up to 25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions per person per year at no cost for team members, spouses or partners, and children.
• Paid time off.
• Paid parental leave.