Advanced Emergency Medical Technician - Part Time

Mutual Aid; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Career Development

Job summary

Mutual Aid Ambulance Service is seeking a certified AEMT to maintain readiness for EMS responses, drive to incidents, and provide advanced patient care per state protocols. You will document care, restock equipment, and coordinate with public safety partners to ensure safe outcomes.

The role requires a valid PA AEMT certification, BLS, trauma life support credentials, and the ability to operate in varied environments. Equal opportunity employer and career development opportunities offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Current PA Advanced EMT certification with Medical Command eligibility.
• Current BLS for Healthcare Providers.
• NAEMT Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support credentialing.
• Act 31 Mandatory Reporter Training.
• NIMS IS 700 and IS 100 training.
• Hazardous Materials recognition training.
• NREMT preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain readiness of EMS equipment and vehicles between calls.
• Drive to and from incident scenes following dispatcher instructions.
• Establish scene safety and communicate hazards to responders.
• Perform comprehensive patient assessment and administer treatments per protocols.
• Document patient care reports accurately and timely.
• Restock equipment and decontaminate gear after engagements.
• Collaborate with EMS, fire, and law enforcement to ensure public safety.

Skills

English communication

Clear under pressure

Written reports

Team collaboration

Manual dexterity

Education

High school diploma or GED

Emergency Vehicle Operations Course

PA Advanced Emergency Medical Technician

AHA BLS for Healthcare Providers

NAEMT Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support

Act 31 Mandatory Reporter Training

NIMS IS-700

NIMS IS-100

RIHM Hazardous Materials Course

NREMT preferred

Tools

Medical equipment proficiency

Job description

1. Maintain a constant state of readiness and fitness for duty. This included the completion of both vehicle and equipment inventories along with and operation check lists. When deficiencies are noted, the AEMT will report those findings to management and will take and an active role in mitigating or correcting said deficiency.2. When assigned to a medical incident, the AEMT may drive corporate vehicles to and from specified locations following instructions from the emergency medical dispatcher. While the vehicle is in use, the AEMT will adhere to all applicable corporate safety standards and comply with all applicable traffic law to promote a culture of a safety.3. Upon arrival to the scene of a medical event or emergency. The AEMT will ensure a zone of safety within the working area. This includes but is not limited to securing the corporate vehicle in a safe manner and ensuring that the working environment is free obvious or perceived hazards. If possible, the AEMT will attempt to safely mitigate any hazards presented, or at the very least, articulate said hazards to any and all parties responding to the same event to promote a culture of safety.4. Upon engagement with a patient, the AEMT will properly complete a thorough assessment of the patient’s clinical condition and when necessary, will deploy the prescribed treatment as defined by Commonwealth of Pennsylvania – Bureau of EMS Statewide BLS or AEMT Protocols. Additionally, will the AEMT will adhere to specific corporate clinical care expectations and function as an advocate for patient’s rights and there overall wellbeing. During the course of clinical care, the AEMT shall demonstrate competency and proficiency with various type of medical equipment and shall utilize said equipment in accordance with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania – Bureau of EMS: Scope of Practice for Emergency Medical Providers.5. Following a clinical engagement, the AEMT will provide a complete and thorough written and/or verbal report to the receiving facility/hospital or other care provider noting a patient’s clinical presentation, any treatment or intervention provided by the AEMT, and any other pertinent information as deemed necessary to that specific encounter. Afterward, the AEMT will complete any and all necessary documentation or electronic patient care report as required by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania – Bureau of EMS.6. At the completion of a patient engagement, the AEMT will ensure that their assigned equipment and/or vehicle is efficiently returned to a state of readiness. This includes the restocking of required equipment or supplies, the necessary cleaning and decontamination of reusable equipment, or by cleaning and decontaminating the assigned corporate vehicle.7. Throughout the course of their duties, the AEMT will function as an engaged team member within the organization. This is accomplished by the promotion of a positive attitude, the willingness to learn, and to openly communicate with both their peers and with management. Externally, the AEMT will function as an engaged partner in public safety by coordinating with other emergency medical team members, fire department staff, and law enforcement when necessary.1. Attends meetings, training, and seminars as required.2. Performs other duties as assigned and required.* Maintain balance and strength in awkward positions.* Speak clearly under stressful circumstances.* Accurately communicate ideas orally and in writing in English.* Respond physically with speed.* Operate effectively in loud environments.* Ability to visualize a scene with clarity with or without the use of corrective lenses.* Compliance with the minimum vision requirements to operate a motor vehicle within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania with or without corrective lenses.* Ability to use auditory perception to engage with a scene and with specific patients. This is accomplished with or without an auditory enhancement device.* Ability to demonstrate manual dexterity and fine motor skill to perform all tasks related to the patient care.* Ability to function in varied environmental conditions such as lighted or darkened work areas, extreme heat, extreme cold, or excessive moisture.* Ability to effectively communicate in verbal, written, or typed formats with patients, colleagues, and peers alike.* Present the cognitive function needed to assess a scene, situation, or patient’s clinical presentation to ensure that the appropriate safety measures are followed and effective clinical care is rendered to the patient.To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.**EDUCATION/TRAINING:**1. 1. High school diploma or GED required, Associate degree or greater collegiate education preferred 2. Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVDT, previously EVOC) 3. Current Certification as a Pennsylvania State- Advanced Emergency Medical Technician with Medical Command eligibility 4. Current and valid American Heart Association – BLS for Healthcare Providers credentialing 5. Current (within 90 days of hire) NAEMT Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support credentialing 6. Current (within 30 days of hire) Pennsylvania Act 31 – Mandatory Reporter Training 7. National Incident Management System IS 700: Introduction to the National Incident Management System 8. National Incident Management System IS 100: Introduction to the ICS System 9. Hazardous Materials Course- Recognizing & Identifying Hazardous Materials (RIHM) 10. National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians preferred.**WORK EXPERIENCE:**Minimum of 1 year of experience as a field EMS provider preferred.**KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:**1. Valid PA Driver License (minimum class C)2. Must be at least 18 years of age as mandated by State Vehicle codes.3. Current and with eligibility for renewal the following clearances: * Pennsylvania Act 33 – PA Child Abuse Clearance * Pennsylvania Act 34 – PA State Police Criminal History (PATCH) * Pennsylvania Act 73 – Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)**BENEFITS:*** Health Insurance* Vision Insurance* Career Development*Mutual Aid Ambulance Service Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and affords equal opportunity to all applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.*