EMT - Huntsville EMS - PRN - Shift Varies at Huntsville Hospital Health System

Huntsville, Alabama, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

31 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Life Support Care, Patient Assessment, Emergency Treatment, Vital Signs Monitoring, Communication, Documentation, Safety Procedures, Vehicle Maintenance, Customer Service, Team Coordination, Attendance, CPR Certification, Mathematical Skills, Language Skills, Writing Skills

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Overview This position administers life support care to sick and injured persons in pre-hospital setting, in accordance with statewide Treatment Protocols and HEMSI Medical Control Physicians, as authorized and directed by physician and/or paramedic Responsibilities Assesses nature and extent of illness or injury to establish and prioritize medical procedures to be followed orneed for additional assistance. Works efficiently to restore and stabilize cardiac, pulselessness, non-breathing patients. Administers initial treatment at emergency scene and takes and records patient's vital signs. Remains in good driving status and maintains insurable driving status. Communicates with hospital/TCC personnel by HEMSI approved communication methods. Maintains up to date credentials regarding licensing and protocol changes. Appropriately documents patient care in all HEMSI approved reporting methods. Observes all safety and security procedures for their vehicle and station. Maintains unit in constant state of readiness through supplies and equipment restocking Efficiently cleans and performs minor maintenance to emergency vehicle. Maintains a clean and orderly vehicle and station Assists in direction and coordination of additional personnel on scene, including volunteer responders. Faithfully reports to work and maintains acceptable attendance Provides excellent customer service to patients and family members Meets the HEMSI standard on response times Qualifications Education required: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and required undergraduate EMT certificate Certificate, License or Registration: State of Alabama EMSP License as EMT. Valid and current driver's license. Healthcare Provider CPR Certification upon hire or obtained within provisional period. Additional skills/experience: Mathematical Skills - Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals Language Skills - Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization. Writing Skills - Ability to legibly write routine reports and correspondence.

Responsibilities

The EMT administers life support care to sick and injured persons in a pre-hospital setting and assesses the nature and extent of illness or injury to prioritize medical procedures. They also communicate with hospital personnel and maintain the readiness of their emergency vehicle.