Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) I

MUSC Children's Health; South Carolina; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) seeks an EMT to perform interfacility ground transport of critically ill and injured pediatric patients. You will assess, stabilize and prepare patients for ambulance transfer in line with MUSC protocols and DPH guidelines, collaborating with the transport team.

The EMT drives the ambulance, maintains equipment readiness, and may participate in hospital-based or flight program outreach and education.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• NREMT EMT or Advanced EMT certification required.
• SC EMT Basic/Advanced certification required.
• BLS certification (AHA/Red Cross) required.

Responsibilities

• Transport pediatric patients via interfacility ground ambulance.
• Perform basic assessment, stabilization, and transfer prep per MUSC/DPH guidelines.
• Drive the ambulance and maintain cleanliness and readiness of equipment.
• Participate in hospital-based or flight program outreach and education.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

NREMT EMT or Advanced EMT Certification

South Carolina EMT Basic or Advanced EMT Certification

Current American Heart Association (AHA) BLS Certification

Job description

Job Description Summary

Responsible for the interfacility ground transport of critically ill and injured pediatric patients. The care includes basic assessment, stabilization and preparation for ambulance transport within guidelines established by DPH and MUSC protocols, in collaboration with other members of the team. The EMT is primarily responsible for driving the ambulance and maintaining cleanliness and functionality of all vehicle equipment and supplies. As part of the team, the EMT may be asked to participate in hospital-based or flight program-based community outreach and education programs. The EMT is expected to uphold MUSC’s standards of professionalism and complete all mandatory certifications and ongoing training as directed by the Clinical Manager, Medical Director or Training Officer.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Cost Center

CC000516 CHS - Meducare Flight Activities Fund (SJCH)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-22

Scheduled Weekly Hours

36

Work Shift

Rotating (United States of America)

Job Description

Responsible for the interfacility ground transport of critically ill and injured pediatric patients. The care includes basic assessment, stabilization and preparation for ambulance transport within guidelines established by DPH and MUSC protocols, in collaboration with other members of the team. The EMT is primarily responsible for driving the ambulance and maintaining cleanliness and functionality of all vehicle equipment and supplies. As part of the team, the EMT may be asked to participate in hospital-based or flight program-based community outreach and education programs. The EMT is expected to uphold MUSC’s standards of professionalism and complete all mandatory certifications and ongoing training as directed by the Clinical Manager, Medical Director or Training Officer.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent Work Experience: 0-6months.
• National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) EMT or Advanced EMT Certification.
• Ability to possess and maintain a South Carolina Emergency Medical Technician Basic or Advanced EMT Certification.
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required.

Additional Job Description

Physical Requirements

• Mobility & Posture

  Standing: Continuous, Sitting: Continuous, Walking: Continuous, climbing stairs: Infrequent, working indoors: Continuous, working outdoors (temperature extremes): Infrequent, working from elevated areas: Frequent, working in confined/cramped spaces: Frequent, Kneeling: Infrequent, bending at the waist: Continuous, Twisting at the waist: Frequent, Squatting: Frequent

• Manual Dexterity & Strength

  Pinching operations: Frequent, Gross motor use (fingers/hands): Continuous, Firm grasping (fingers/hands): Continuous, Fine manipulation (fingers/hands): Continuous, reaching overhead: Frequent, Reaching in all directions: Continuous, Repetitive motion (hands/wrists/elbows/shoulders): Continuous, Full use of both legs: Continuous, Balance & coordination (lower extremities): Frequent.

• Lifting & Force Requirements

  Lift/carry 50 lbs. unassisted: Infrequent, Lift/lower 50 lbs. from floor to 36”: Infrequent, Lift up to 25 lbs. overhead: Infrequent, Exert up to 50 lbs. of force: Frequent

• Vision & Sensory

  Maintain corrected vision 20/40 (one or both eyes): Continuous, Recognize objects (near/far): Continuous, Color discrimination: Continuous, Depth perception: Continuous, Peripheral vision: Continuous, Hearing acuity (with correction): Continuous, Tactile sensory function: Continuous, Gross motor with fine motor coordination: Continuous.

• Selected Positions:
  • Olfactory (smell) function: Continuous
  • Respirator use qualification: Continuous
  • Work Environment & Conditions
    • Effective stress management: Continuous
    • Rotating shifts: Frequent
    • Overtime as required: Frequent
    • Latex-safe environment: Continuous

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us! The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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