Emergency Medical Technician

Lifestar911; North Carolina; On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A medical services provider in North Carolina is seeking an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) to respond to emergency calls and provide immediate medical care to patients. The ideal candidate will possess EMT certification, a valid NC Driver's License, and strong communication skills. This role requires operating emergency vehicles and maintaining thorough knowledge of safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Emergency Medical Technician certification defined by the North Carolina Office of Emergency Medical Services.
• Ability to cultivate effective working relationships.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbally.

Responsibilities

• Responds to emergency and non-emergency calls.
• Provides basic life support and emergency medical care.
• Operates ambulances and emergency vehicles safely.
• Delivers compassionate care regardless of patient background.
• Establishes positive working relationships with other emergency workers and hospital staff.

Skills

Emergency Medical Technician certification

Valid NC Driver's License

Solid computer skills

Ability to communicate effectively

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Position Summary: Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) responds to emergency and non-emergency calls to provide efficient and immediate medical care to ill or injured patients. The employee is responsible for the safe transportation of patients to and/or from medical facilities.

Responsibilities

• Responds to emergency calls, provides basic life support, and administers emergency medical care.
• Responds to non-emergency calls, such as requests to transport patients from hospitals to their homes or from a local medical facility to specialized medical center.
• Operate ambulances, emergency vehicles and equipment safety, efficiently, and in accordance with established policies and procedures of the Company.
• Has a thorough knowledge of the street, highway and addressing system in which he or she will be working.
• Understands all applicable legal, moral and ethical issues surrounding emergency medical service.
• Functions within the scope of care as defined by state, regional, and local regulatory agencies.
• Ensures that the ambulance is clean, fully inspected and ready for the next transport.
• Prepares records/reports related to patient transportation and medical care.
• Delivers polite, compassionate care to all patients regardless of the patient's race, age, sex, religion, national origin or ability to pay.
• Establishes and maintains a positive working relationship with other emergency service workers, patients, families, hospital and facility staff and other cooperating agencies.
• Demonstrates a through knowledge of safety procedures.
• Performs in a calm, resourceful manner in emergency situations.
• Maintains valid licensures and certifications through continuing education requirements.
• Perform station duties as assigned.
• Other duties as required.

Essential Physical Functions

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilites to perform the essentials functions.

Physical Activity

• Carrying
• Writing
• Bending
• Stooping
• Grasping
• Standing
• Twisting
• Sitting
• Lifting
• Walking
• Kneeling
• Reaching overhead
• Crouching
• Filing documents
• Communicating with customers and co-workers
• Using telephone and fax machines.

Physical Requirements

• Lifting/pulling pushing up to 125 pounds frequently
• Must be able to climb in and out of an ambulance
• Must have depth perception and be able to distinguish basic colors

Visual/Audible Acuity Requirements

• Must be able to see and hear clearly
• Must be able to see less than 20" away and a distance of more than 20 feet
• Must have use of side vision
• Must be able to read and distinguish small print

Key Competencies

• Judgment
• Critical reasoning
• Decision Making
• Attention to detail
• Service Orientation
• Personal care and assistance

Position Qualifications

Required:

• Emergency Medical Technician certification as defined by the North Carolina Office of Emergency Medical Services.
• Valid NC Driver's License and excellent driving record.
• Ability to cultivate effective working relationship with a broad range of people and follow employees.
• Solid computer skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbally.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Preferred:

• Prior related experience