Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Days (AFSCME)

Health Alliance; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Emergency Medical Technician to join their Mobile Care team. In this vital role, you will provide compassionate care to a diverse patient population, ensuring their safety and well-being during transport. You'll be responsible for performing lifesaving skills, conducting assessments, and advocating for patient needs. This is an excellent opportunity to grow in a supportive environment while making a significant impact in the community. If you're passionate about emergency care and ready to take on new challenges, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and completion of an EMT program required.
• Minimum one year of EMT experience; three years preferred.

Responsibilities

• Respond to patient needs to ensure safe care.
• Perform assessments and interventions, addressing various patient needs.
• Maintain accurate records and advocate for patients.

Skills

Independent decision making

Effective communication

Adaptability in stressful situations

Team leadership

Basic life-saving skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Completion of an EMT program

Minimum one year of EMT experience

Tools

CPR techniques

AED operation

12-lead EKG application

Job description

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UC Health is hiring a full-time transport EMT to join our Mobile Care team!

Job Description

The Emergency Medical Technician will provide care for a diverse and multi-faceted patient population. They will work to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate the appropriate level of patient care according to the approved scope of practice.

About University Of Cincinnati Medical Center

UC Medical Center has served greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky for nearly 200 years, with 724 licensed beds and more than 5,800 employees. It is part of UC Health, the region's academic health system.

Unit Details

• Specialized medical transport services for over 35 years.
• Accredited in four levels of medical transport by the Commission on Accreditation of Medical Transport Systems.
• Focus on transporting critically injured and sick patients, bringing UC Medical Center's care to the patient.

Responsibilities

• Respond appropriately to different patient needs to ensure safe care.
• Perform assessments, interventions, and evaluate care, addressing physical, emotional, psychosocial, spiritual, and educational needs.
• Perform basic lifesaving skills, including CPR, airway management, AED use, bleeding control, trauma management, spine stabilization, splinting, cervical immobilization, extrication, and 12-lead EKG application.
• Conduct point-of-care lab testing, interpret vital signs, and manage medications within scope.
• Advocate for patients, respecting privacy and confidentiality.
• Maintain current certifications and seek ongoing professional development.
• Operate vehicles safely and secure them at all locations.
• Keep accurate records promptly and thoroughly.

Required Skills And Knowledge

• Make independent, competent decisions in challenging environments.
• Adapt to stressful situations and seek appropriate resources.
• Lead a team approach to patient care.
• Communicate effectively.
• Operate vehicles safely.
• Possess skills outlined in the Ohio EMT Scope of Practice.

Qualifications

Education & Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Completion of an EMT program.
• Minimum one year of EMT experience; three years preferred.
• Military medical/paramedicine experience considered.
• Intra-facility transport experience preferred.

License & Certification:

• Current Ohio EMT-B certification; National Registry preferred.
• EVOC or equivalent during probation.
• BLS (American Heart Association).
• FEMA 100, 200 courses within probation.
• Active, unrestricted Driver's License with no more than 4 points.

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