Emergency Vehicle Operator / EMT MS Transport

MedStar Health; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Emergency Vehicle Operators to provide essential patient care during interfacility transport. This role involves operating ambulances, ensuring vehicle readiness, and maintaining effective communication with medical teams. Candidates will engage in a variety of responsibilities, from performing basic medical procedures under supervision to ensuring patient comfort and safety. With a competitive hourly wage and a generous sign-on bonus, this position offers a rewarding opportunity for those passionate about emergency medical services.

Benefits

Sign-on Bonus

Health Insurance

Paid Orientation

Flexible Scheduling

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Successful completion of an approved EMT course required.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate the ground ambulance obeying all driving laws.
• Conduct thorough inspections of the assigned ambulance.
• Initiate department standing orders for appropriate patients.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Basic Computer Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Approved EMT Course

Emergency Vehicle Driving Course

Job description

General Summary of Position

MedSTAR Transport within MedStar Health is actively seeking Emergency Vehicle Operators / Emergency Medical Techs to provide basic patient medical care during interfacility ambulance transport. You will perform medical procedures under the supervision of a transport paramedic, transport nurse, or established protocol.

Sign-on Bonus! Criteria:
- New, full-time Emergency Vehicle Operator positions only
- Cannot be employed by MedStar Health in the same role within the past two years.

Payout - $8,000 total with an 18-month commitment:
- $3,000 at start (paid after successful completion of orientation/probation)
- $2,500 at 12 months
- $2,500 at 18 months
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Primary Duties and Responsibilities

1. Safely and efficiently operate the ground ambulance obeying all driving laws.
2. Conduct a thorough inspection of the assigned ambulance at the beginning of each shift to ensure it is ready and safe for use.
3. Ensure cleanliness and appropriate supply levels in transport vehicle(s).
4. Establish and maintain professional radio communications with MedSTAR and other agencies, adhering to FCC protocols.
5. Initiate department standing orders for appropriate patients. Perform basic airway techniques including oxygen therapy. May perform bag-mask ventilation according to departmental protocols in emergency situations.
6. Maintain a safe and therapeutic environment for patients and families. Provide basic patient comfort measures during procedures. When necessary, provide environmental support to expedite patient admission or transfer. Identify and act upon opportunities to improve the environment of care.
7. Participate in multi-disciplinary quality and service improvement teams.
8. Perform other duties as assigned.
9. Transport patients to various locations as assigned. Load and unload patients, medical equipment, and passengers from MedStar transportation vehicles. May assist in unloading and transporting MedSTAR patients from other transportation vehicles, through MedSTAR, and to assigned rooms as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Successful completion of an approved EMT course required
• Completion of an approved emergency vehicle driving course prior to release from orientation required

Experience

• 1-2 years EMT experience preferred

Licenses and Certifications

• NREMT - National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians-Basic (EMT-B) required
• EMT - Emergency Medical Tech in the District of Columbia within 30 days required
• EMT - Emergency Medical Tech in Maryland required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Effective interpersonal skills, including verbal and written communication
• Basic computer skills preferred

This position has a hiring range of $21.83 - $33.49 per hour.