EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN

South Shore Health System; Weymouth (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Une institution de santé de premier plan recherche un Technicien Médical d'Urgence qui répondra aux appels d'urgence tout en fournissant des soins pré-hospitaliers. Le candidat sélectionné travaillera en étroite collaboration avec les paramédics et le personnel hospitalier, en assurant une réponse rapide et efficace aux urgences. Les primes de shift, un stationnement gratuit, ainsi qu'une couverture médicale et dentaire à partir du premier jour sont offerts.

Benefits

Parking gratuit sur place

Assurance médicale, dentaire et de la vue

Qualifications

• Un an d'expérience comme technicien médical d'urgence souhaité.
• Certifications requises: EMT-B/BLS/ACLS.
• Capacité à travailler de manière autonome avec un bon jugement.

Responsibilities

• Répondre aux appels d'urgence, fournir des soins pré-hospitaliers.
• Compléter la documentation et s'assurer que le véhicule est prêt.
• Travailler sous la supervision des médecins du service des urgences.

Skills

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

Leadership

Judgment

Effective Communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Emergency Medical Technician responds to both non–emergent and emergent requests for medical transportation, provides emergency and non–emergency care in the pre–hospital environment within the scope of practice, and provides safe and efficient transportation of the patient to appropriate facility or residence.• Pay Range: 21.21-29.70 an hour with generous Shift Differentials available•Career Growth: Exposure to a Level II Adult Trauma Center•Free On-Site Parking•Medical, Dental & Vision insurance: Starts day 1

Job Description

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