EMT - Lincoln EMS - FT - Shift Varies at Huntsville Hospital Health System

Fayetteville, Tennessee, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

16 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Life Support Care, Patient Assessment, Cardiac Stabilization, Vital Signs Monitoring, Communication, Documentation, Safety Procedures, Vehicle Maintenance, Customer Service, Team Coordination, Mathematical Skills, CPR Certification, EMT License, Driving Skills, Emergency Response, Protocol Compliance

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Overview This position administers life support care to sick and injured persons in pre-hospital setting, in accordance withstatewide Treatment Protocols and HEMSI Medical Control Physicians, as authorized and directed by physician and/orparamedic. 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 Hard Skill Requirements:1) Mathematical Skills - Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using wholenumbers, common fractions, and decimals2) Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:a. State of Alabama EMSP License as EMTb. Healthcare Provider CPR Certificationc. EVOC – once employed/promoted must obtain and maintaind. Valid and current driver’s license3) Education and/or Experience – High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and requiredundergraduate EMT certificateSoft Skill Requirements:1) Language Skills - Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenanceinstructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees oforganization.2) Writing Skills - Ability to legibly write routine reports and correspondence. About Us The Employee Promise: As an employee, I am committed to doing my part to fulfill the mission, vision, and values of HH Health System – Highlands Medical Center. I will provide my patients, guests, coworkers, physicians, and customers with the highest quality of service and ensure their needs are met with the utmost courtesy and respect. This commitment must be reflected in my behavior. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

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 emergency vehicle in a constant state of readiness.