Emergency Medical Technician

South Shore Health System; United States; On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

South Shore Health System seeks an EMT-B ambulance technician for on-site coverage in Weymouth, MA. You will respond to dispatched calls, provide basic pre-hospital care, and perform documentation and vehicle readiness tasks. You will cooperate with ED staff and EMS partners while maintaining professional conduct.

Qualified candidates have a high school diploma or equivalent, 1 year EMT experience, and current EMT-B/ACLS/BLS certifications. A valid MA driver's license is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum education: High School diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum work experience: One year EMT experience preferred.
• Licenses/certifications: EMT-B or higher, ACLS/BLS as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Responds promptly to non-emergent and emergency calls as directed by the dispatcher.
• Completes documentation and records per department policy.
• Ensures vehicle and equipment are ready for response at all times.
• Renders pre-hospital care at EMT-B level following protocols.
• Performs duties in the Emergency Department under ED physicians.
• Maintains professional relationships with hospital staff and other EMS providers.

Skills

EMS knowledge

Patient care

Communication

Supervision minimal

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

EMT-B certification

ACLS certification

BLS certification

Job description

Requisition Details

Requisition Number: R-23568 Facility: LOC0001 - 55 Fogg Road55 Fogg Road Weymouth, MA 02190 Department Name: SSH Ambulance Status: Full time Budgeted Hours: 40 Shift: Day/Eve Rotation (United States of America)

Compensation

Pay Range: $21.21 - $29.70

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Responds promptly to requests for non-emergent and emergency calls as directed by the dispatcher in a timely and safe manner.
   • a. Upon receiving request from dispatcher, responds to request in a timely fashion.
   • b. Maintains sufficient knowledge of area geography and traffic patterns
   • c. Follows Massachusetts Laws, Chapter 89, Section 7 and Chapter 90, Sections 7, 13, 14, 16, and 17 regarding emergency vehicle operation.
   • d. Parks vehicle in areas designed by local fire, police, or hospital for patient pick-up and discharge.
2. Completes documentation and records according to department policy.
   • a. Run report will be completely accurately and legibly.
   • b. Vehicle and equipment checklist will be completed on every shift.
   • c. Obtains insurance information from transferring institution or receiving hospital.
3. Ensures vehicle and equipment are ready for response at all times.
   • a. Knows location and proper use of all equipment and radios.
   • b. Restocks vehicle and equipment within 15 minutes of run
   • c. Keeps vehicle clean and maintains fuel and stock as needed
   • d. Reports damaged or unsafe equipment to Supervisor upon problem identification.
4. Renders pre-hospital care at EMT-B level.
   • a. Performs complete and accurate BLS patient assessments.
   • b. Is proficient in all BLS skills
   • c. Has a pleasant and professional manner with all patients and their families
   • d. Adheres to state and Region IV BLS treatment protocols.
   • e. Gives accurate and concise radio reports.
5. Performs assigned duties in the Emergency Department under the supervision of the ED physicians.
   • a. Assists as ancillary staff performing only those duties within the scope of practice or training.
6. Maintains a good working relationship with fellow employees, community emergency service providers, hospital staff, physicians and other allied health professionals.
   • a. Represents South Shore Hospital and the Ambulance Department in a positive, professional manner.
   • b. Interacts with department paramedics and hospital employees in a spirit of cooperation and in the patient’s best interest.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Education - Preferred: High School diploma or equivalent

Minimum Work Experience: One (1) year experience as an Emergency Medical Technician preferred.

Required Licenses

• VDL - Valid Drivers License (Verification of an acceptable motor vehicle driving record at time of hire with annual verification required thereafter)

Required Certifications

• EMT-B - Emergency Medical Technician Basic or EMT-A Emergency Medical Technician Advanced or EMT-P Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic

Required Classes/Skills

• BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA) or ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support (AHA)

Required additional Knowledge and Abilities

Ability to interact effectively with minimal supervision using good judgment, common sense, leadership ability, and a thorough understanding of the principles of emergency medical services at the basic level.

Ability to interact effectively and professionally with patients, hospital personnel, emergency service providers, fire department personnel, and the general public Monday -Friday 9am-5pm

Responsibilities if Required:

Education if Required:

License/Registration/Certification Requirements:

• ACLS (AHA) Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH)
• Emergency Medical Services Advanced EMT - Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) - Office of Health and Human Services (EOHHS)
• Emergency Medical Services EMT Basic - Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) - Office of Health and Human Services (EOHHS)
• Emergency Medical Services EMT Paramedic - Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) - Office of Health and Human Services (EOHHS)
• INSTRUCTOR- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH)
• INSTRUCTOR- Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH)
• Valid Driver’s License - Various

South Shore Health is a not-for-profit, charitable health system offering primary and specialty care, hospital care, home health and community care, emergency and urgent care, and preventative and wellness services. We are the largest independent health system in the Southeast Massachusetts. South Shore Health brings together like-minded people who work "As One" toward a common goal of providing exceptional care the people of our region deserve. We unite top-caliber talent, technology, and service with the wishes and personal needs of patients and their families to develop individualized treatment plans.