Chattanooga A-EMT Advanced EMT/Competitive Pay Nights/Weekend Differential at TEAM MOBILE HEALTH CARE

Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Emergency Medical Care, Patient Transfers, AEMT Procedures, Vehicle Maintenance, Infection Control, Team Leadership, Documentation, Patient Advocacy, Public Relations, Preceptor Duties, Safe Vehicle Operation, Protocol Adherence, Emergency Response, BLS Procedures, Record-Keeping, Professionalism

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description Primary Responsibilities • Responds to select medical and traumatic emergencies along with responding to select hospitals, clinics, and nursing homes to provide inter-facility transfers. • Provides emergency medical care at the scene, en route to the hospital, and during transportation from facility to facility. Provides emergency medical care as appropriate to the practice of the registered emergency medical technician. Delivers the patient to the nearest most appropriate medical facility. Adheres to Company, local, regional, and state guidelines regarding patient care. • Performs AEMT life support procedures based on certification level. • Performs other duties related to emergency and non-emergency medical care and development of the emergency medical system and/or TMHC (Team Mobile Health Care). Specific Duties: • Demonstrates and ensures knowledge, understanding, and compliance with TMHC (Team Mobile Health Care) policies and procedures. • Ensures that the vehicle and equipment are ready for use at the beginning of the shift and after every call. This includes appropriate cleaning and disinfecting of the vehicle's interior and exterior, appropriate cleaning and disinfecting of equipment, inspecting, restocking, and completing daily checklists of the vehicle and equipment, as well as performing routine maintenance. • Responds to emergencies and non-emergencies using appropriate care and caution in accordance with Tennessee law, EMS regulations, company policy, and the principles of safe emergency vehicle operation. As per TMHC (Team Mobile Health Care) policy, employees should always wear their seatbelts when in a company vehicle. • Renders emergency and non-emergency medical care in accordance with the rules, regulations, protocols, policies, and procedures of TMHC (Team Mobile Health Care), the State of Tennessee, DPH/OEMS, and the Regional Office of OEMS, consistent with good judgment and the provision of high-quality medical care. Appropriately and safely deliver the patient to the nearest, most appropriate medical facility. • Works with ALS personnel in a professional manner and works at their skill level in accordance with the Tennessee DPH/OEMS and company policies. Maintain good relations between our own ALS services as well as outside services. • Acts at all times in the best interests of high-quality patient care, in the best interests of the patient, and in such a manner to reflect credibly on TMHC (Team Mobile Health Care) and the professional reputation of the emergency medical technician. • Acts at all times with his/her personal safety in mind and the safety of his/her partner, the patient, other EMS personnel, bystanders, and any other public safety personnel present. • Accompanies BLS patients to their destination, continuing to provide appropriate care and patient advocacy until the responsibility for the patient has been transferred to an appropriate medical professional and a report has been given. • Cosigns all patient care forms for completeness. • Completes all appropriate documentation and record-keeping for every assignment. • Adheres to Universal Precautions/Body Substance Isolation when dealing with patient contacts. Is familiar with and practices infection control policies and procedures for TMHC (Team Mobile Health Care). • When necessary and appropriate, acts as a team leader in dealing with emergency and non-emergency situations, directing and supervising other emergency medical care team members. • Performs duties related to public relations and community education programs sponsored by TMHC (Team Mobile Health Care). Performs duties related to the continuing improvement and development of TMHC (Team Mobile Health Care) and the local EMS system. • Accepts responsibility for recertification as an EMT by DPH/OEMS. Attend appropriate continuing education courses and yearly recertification in BLS Healthcare Provider - CPR. Files the appropriate paperwork with DPH/OEMS to ensure timely recertification. • Provide TMHC (Team Mobile Health Care) with a current copy of their EMT certification, CPR card, and Motor Vehicle Driver's License. Complete training in all Company, state, and federal mandates. • Reports to assigned shifts in proper uniform and on time unless the proper notification has been made. Remains on duty and in proper uniform until properly relieved. • Acts as an EMT preceptor when called upon by management to train or retrain fellow employees. • Allows and is willing to accommodate third riders for orientation and/or educational purposes. Completes all documentation on behalf of student interns. • Performs other duties as directed by management. • At all times, present an example of professionalism and leadership for others to follow. Place patient care excellence above all else. EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Requirements • Currently registered as an AEMT by the State of Tennessee, Department of Public Health Office of Emergency Medical Services. • Current certification in CPR - Basic Life Support by the American Heart Association or American Safety and Health Institute. • Current Motor Vehicle Operator’s license with F endorsement. • Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision, using good judgment and common sense with a thorough understanding of the principles of emergency medical care. • Ability to work efficiently and interact in a constructive and professional manner with other employees, a partner, public safety personnel, medical staff, and other emergency medical service members. • Ability to interact effectively and professionally with patients, customers, clients, family members, bystanders, and the general public in such a manner as to reflect credibly on TMHC (Team Mobile Health Care). • Demonstrates a level of skill and ability consistent with the provision of high-quality patient care. • The ability to perform effectively as a team leader in patient care situations. • The ability to effectively carry out public relations and community education functions and the ability to deal effectively with members of the medical community and general public in promoting TMHC (Team Mobile Health Care). • The ability to lift and maneuver 150 pounds with assistance without difficulty. • The ability to walk up and down stairs without difficulty and the ability to lift and carry 150 pounds up and down two flights of stairs with assistance without difficulty. • The ability to sit or stand for long periods of time. • The ability to walk a distance of one quarter of a mile without difficulty and without affecting the immediate performance of job related duties.

Responsibilities

The primary responsibilities involve responding to medical and traumatic emergencies, providing emergency medical care at the scene and during inter-facility transfers, and adhering to all relevant guidelines and protocols. Specific duties include ensuring vehicle and equipment readiness, performing AEMT life support procedures, and maintaining professional relations with ALS personnel and other services.