Advanced EMT - FULL-TIME - Todd County at Com-Care Inc

Elkton, Kentucky, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Advanced Life Support, IVs, Intubations, Patient Transfer, Lifting Techniques, Immobilization, Patient Packaging, Infection Control, Driving Ambulance, Documentation, Communication Protocols, Medical Protocols, Interpersonal Communication, Conflict Resolution, Emergency Response

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description An Emergency Medical Technician- Advanced must be Currently licensed in the state of Kentucky and have a Current BLS certification. Requirements Supports the mission, policies, and procedures established by Com-Care. Provides service Director with upcoming availability within a timely manner to allow scheduling. Maintains a professional appearance while providing patient care and adheres to all established dress code policies. Completes all required documentation for each patient/activity/run performed and turns in all run forms and associated paperwork within the time frame specified in agency policy. Reports to work for scheduled shifts, regularly reports to work when requested short notice (Less than 24hr) when available. Interacts professionally with 911 dispatch and adheres to all communications protocols. Maintains a clean, safe, and well stocked Ambulance during their shift. Completing All shift Check documentation prior to end of the assigned shift. Provides Advanced Life Support in Emergency and Non-Emergency situations According to established Medical Protocols Responds promptly to all Emergency and Non-Emergency calls, Adhering to Service policy regarding in-service times. Must demonstrate knowledge and proficiency in driving of Ambulance in emergency and non-emergency situations. Must know and practice the proper techniques of moving, repositioning, and transferring of patients from and to bed, stretcher and/or wheelchair. Practices safe and effective lifting techniques. Performs Advanced Life Support procedures such as IV’s, Intubations and other Skills as described in Medical Protocol as an Advanced procedure with minimal Difficulty. Demonstrates knowledge of Universal Precautions and Infection Control practices in preventing the spread of disease/infections among employees, patients, family members and other Heath Care providers. Establishes early ALS intervention/ Care on medical emergencies by providing Oxygen, monitor and initial eval within 10 minutes of arrival. Performs basic housekeeping procedures while at assigned station to promote a clean and safe work place. Must demonstrate knowledge of proper procedures for immobilization and patient packaging as directed by agency medical protocol. Must demonstrate knowledge of Advanced Life support procedures according to Established Medical Protocols. Has good knowledge of all medical protocols. Participates in Service – Sponsored mandatory training and attends Medical staff meetings to increase ALS skills and knowledge. Constantly strives to maintain and increase job related skills and knowledge by attending all in-service and educational programs offered by the agency. Initiates and promotes effective working relationships by utilizing appropriate Interpersonal communication skills with all staff members. Identifies and initiates resolution of conflict with self and others using appropriate Channels of communication. Demonstrates a positive attitude toward supervision, instruction and is cooperative with implementing new and/or revised policies and procedures. Presents a professional and well groomed appearance abiding by Com-Care dress code while at work or on call. Interacts appropriately with patients, family members and visitors in the patient’s Home, office or other Health Care locations. Promotes patient privacy and maintains confidentiality of patient and employee Information by complying with the Confidentiality policy. Assumes responsibility for personal growth and accountability by identifying own Strengths and weaknesses. Reports to work as scheduled and works time scheduled. Clocks in by time scheduled. Promptly notifies the appropriate staff member/supervisor in the event of illness/absence, abiding by set agency policy providing adequate time for supervisor to find a replacement. Absenteeism is infrequent and for just reason, with no unexcused absences. Attends all staff, management and committee meeting

Responsibilities

The Advanced EMT provides Advanced Life Support in emergency and non-emergency situations according to established medical protocols, responding promptly to all calls and ensuring timely ALS intervention upon arrival. Responsibilities also include maintaining a clean and stocked ambulance, completing all required documentation, and adhering to agency policies and professional appearance standards.