Emergency Medical Technician-3

South Shore Health; Town of Winter (WI); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

South Shore Health is seeking a Part-time Emergency Medical Technician to respond to EMS requests, provide pre-hospital care, and transport patients to facilities or residences. The position requires EMT-B, BLS, ACLS, and ED support experience, with a focus on safety, accuracy, and professionalism on every run.

Responsibilities include patient assessments, radio reports, vehicle readiness, and collaboration with hospital staff and EMS partners.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year EMT experience preferred.
• Licenses and certifications listed below.
• Ability to interact effectively with patients and hospital staff.

Responsibilities

• Responds to non-emergent and emergency EMS requests promptly.
• Maintains vehicle and equipment readiness and cleanliness.
• Performs BLS assessments and renders pre-hospital care within scope of practice.
• Completes documentation and radio reports accurately.
• Assists in hospital ED under physician supervision.

Skills

EMT-B knowledge

BLS/CPR

Interpersonal skills

Prehospital care

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Requirements

Requisition Number: R-23779

Facility: LOC0033 - 60 Winter Street60 Winter Street Weymouth, MA 02190

Department Name: SSH Ambulance

Status: Part time

Budgeted Hours: 0

Shift: Varied Shifts (United States of America)

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.

Compensation Pay Range: $21.21 - $29.70

Essential Functions

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

Required Classes/Skills

• BLS – Basic Life Support (AHA)
• 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

varied shifts

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