Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)-Harrison Crossing Free Standing Emergency-Full Time Nights

Mary Washington Healthcare; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) in Fredericksburg, Virginia. This full-time night position involves providing clinical support, assisting medical staff, and ensuring efficient operations. Ideal candidates will have EMT certification and a commitment to quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Current Virginia State EMT Certification and/or National Registry required.
• AHA CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist nurses in collecting patient data and specimens.
• Perform venipuncture, start IVs, and collect specimens.
• Respond to patient call lights and requests promptly.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Team Building

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - Harrison Crossing Free Standing Emergency - Full Time Nights

Join us as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) at Mary Washington Healthcare. This full-time night position offers an opportunity to make a difference in patient care.

Job Summary

This role involves providing clinical and technical support, assisting nurses and medical staff, and performing clerical and communication duties to ensure efficient department operations. The incumbent will support the mission, vision, values, and strategic initiatives of Mary Washington Healthcare, demonstrating a commitment to quality service.

Work Schedule

7:00 pm - 7:00 am

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

1. Perform according to the expectations and standards set by the position description.
2. Collaborate effectively with MWHC/ED staff, nursing, and physicians, both verbally and through documentation.
3. Assist nurses in collecting patient data and specimens.
4. Support medical staff by performing designated patient care procedures.
5. Participate in infection control and performance improvement initiatives.
6. Assist with regulatory readiness and risk management plans.
7. Demonstrate effective communication, customer service, and team-building skills.
8. Maintain licensure and certifications required for the position.
9. Utilize hospital information systems to perform clerical responsibilities.
10. Facilitate communication among diagnostic/testing areas, patients, and families.
11. Respond to patient call lights and requests promptly.
12. Serve as a unit receptionist, coordinating with physicians and staff.
13. Maintain a safe and orderly environment and coordinate equipment needs.
14. Assist with cleaning and maintaining equipment, and report malfunctions.
15. Initiate emergency procedures when necessary.
16. Perform duties of other care team members as needed.
17. Perform communication coordination duties as required.
18. Perform venipuncture, start IVs, and collect specimens with proper labeling and transport.
19. Apply cardiac monitors, perform 12-lead EKGs, and set up sterile trays for procedures.
20. Insert Foley catheters and document intake/output.
21. Perform splinting and apply orthopedic adjuncts per physician orders.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Current Virginia State EMT Certification and/or National Registry required.
• AHA CPR certification required.
• Preferred: One year of EMT, military corpsman, or clinical experience.
• Preferred: AHA ACLS and PALS certifications.

Additional Information

Mary Washington Healthcare is an EOE/AA employer committed to diversity in the workplace.