Emergency Medical Technician-Full Time Nights

Mary Washington Healthcare; Stafford (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated individual to provide clinical and technical support within a dynamic Care Center. This role involves collaborating with nurses and medical staff to ensure quality patient care, performing essential clerical duties, and maintaining effective communication with patients and families. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong teamwork, customer service skills, and a commitment to professional growth. Join a forward-thinking organization where your contributions will directly impact patient outcomes and service quality.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required with EMT certification.
• One year of clinical-related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist nurses in collecting patient data and performing care procedures.
• Maintain communication between diagnostic areas and patient care.

Skills

Patient Care

Effective Communication

Team Building

Clerical Skills

Regulatory Compliance

Education

High School / GED

Virginia State EMT Certification

AHA BLS Provider CPR Certification

Job description

Start the day excited to make a difference...end the day knowing you did. Come join our team.

Job Summary:

This position is accountable for providing clinical and technical support procedures, assisting nurses and medical staff to ensure quality care, and performing clerical, communication, and other related duties to facilitate the efficient functioning of the Care Center services. Duties and responsibilities are performed according to standards outlined in the competency-based evaluation tool. The incumbent will support the mission, vision, values, and strategic initiatives of Mary Washington Healthcare and must demonstrate a commitment to quality service to patients, physicians, the public, and co-workers.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

1. Demonstrate performance according to expectations and standards set by the position description.
2. Build collaborative relationships with MWHC/ED staff, nursing, and physicians, both verbally and through accurate documentation.
3. Assist nurses in collecting patient data and specimens.
4. Perform designated patient care procedures to support medical staff.
5. Participate in unit and MWHC infection control plans and performance improvement processes.
6. Assist the Manager with regulatory readiness as needed.
7. Engage in unit risk management planning.
8. Demonstrate effective communication, customer service, and team-building skills.
9. Take responsibility for professional growth, development, and regulatory and educational requirements at the department level.
10. Maintain licensure or certifications relevant to the position during employment.
11. Perform clerical responsibilities using the hospital's information systems.
12. Facilitate communication between diagnostic/testing areas, patient care areas, and families.
13. Respond to patient call lights and communicate requests to appropriate personnel immediately.
14. Carry out patient and family requests when appropriate.
15. Serve as a friendly unit receptionist for staff, physicians, patients, families, and visitors.
16. Coordinate physician and departmental consults until tasks are complete.
17. Maintain a safe and orderly environment.
18. Coordinate equipment and supply needs with the Supply Agent, assist in cleaning and maintaining equipment, and report malfunctions.
19. Initiate emergency procedures as directed.
20. Perform additional duties as appropriate, including those of other care team members.
21. Perform Communication Coordinator duties as needed.
22. Perform venipuncture, start IVs, and collect specimens with proper labeling and transportation.
23. Apply cardiac monitors when appropriate and perform 12-lead EKGs.
24. Set up sterile trays for suturing and sterile procedures.
25. Insert Foley catheters when appropriate and document intake and output.
26. Perform splinting and/or apply orthopedic adjuncts per physician orders.

Qualifications:

• High School / GED required.
• Current Virginia State EMT Certification and/or National Registry required.
• AHA BLS Provider CPR required at hire.
• One (1) year EMT, military corpsman, or clinical-related experience preferred.
• AHA ACLS, PALS certifications preferred.

As an EOE/AA employer, Mary Washington Healthcare does not discriminate in employment practices based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.