EMR - Ambulance - PRN

10000 Sanford; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanford Health is seeking an Emergency Medical Responder to deliver urgent pre-hospital care and assist on transport missions. You will work under supervision to provide lifesaving interventions while coordinating with EMS teams.

The role requires EMR licensure in applicable states, a valid driver's license, and BLS certification. You will engage with patients to offer reassurance and support throughout the care process.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• EMR license in each state of practice.
• Valid driver's license and good driving record.
• Must be 18+ (21+ to drive in some states).
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide emergency medical care at the scene and during transport.
• Assist with trauma and medical care, pre-hospital and clinical settings.
• Interact with patients to provide comfort and build rapport.
• Assist EMS responders and help minimize secondary injury.
• Immobilize patients as needed and prepare for transport.
• Restock and clean the ambulance, restock supplies after calls.

Skills

EMR license

BLS certification

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.

Work Shift

Varies (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours

0

Compensation

Salary Range: $15.50 - $23.50

Union Position

No

Department Details Summary

• Responsible for the delivery of emergency patient care. Competent in trauma and medical situations, both pre-hospital and in the clinical setting. Possess a basic knowledge and the necessary skills to provide lifesaving interventions while awaiting additional emergency medical services (EMS) response. May need to assist additional EMS Responders at the scene and/or during transport.
• Under supervision, help administer first aid treatment or life support care to sick or injured individuals in a prehospital setting. Assist with monitor of patient progress or responses to treatments.
• Interact with patients to build a rapport and provide emotional support.
• Include helping to minimize secondary injury and comfort to the patient and family while awaiting additional EMS Responders to arrive.
• Assist with immobilizing the patient using a backboard or other spinal immobilization device to prepare for transport.
• Ensure ambulance is clean and washed and kept in a neat orderly condition.
• After each call, restock and replace used linens, blankets and other supplies, cleans all equipment following appropriate disinfecting procedures, checks of all equipment so that the ambulance is ready for the next run and maintains ambulance in efficient operating condition.
• Physical activities include, but not limited, considerable use of arms and legs and moving of whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping and handling materials.
• Ability to drive mobile intensive care unit to specified location, following instructions from emergency medical dispatcher.
• Attend training classes to maintain certification licensure, keep abreast of new developments in the field, or maintain existing knowledge.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Possess license as an Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) in each state of practice.
• Possess a valid Driver's License and have a good driving.
• Must be 18 years or older, approval needed for those under 21 to drive.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

EEO Statement

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

Disability Accommodation Contact

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to [e-mail].

About Sanford Health

The Sanford organization owns and manages multiple distinct brands, including Sanford Health, Marshfield Clinic, and Good Samaritan, as well as Lewis Drug, Sanford Health Equip, Solutions by Sanford, Great Shots, and Blue Rock Bar & Grill.

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the organization has 53,000 employees and serves over 2 million patients and nearly 425,000 health plan members across the upper Midwest including South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Wyoming, Iowa, Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The integrated nonprofit health system includes a network of 56 hospitals, 288 clinic locations, 147 senior care communities, 4,000 physicians and advanced practice providers and nearly 1,500 active clinical trials and studies. The organization’s transformational virtual care initiative brings patients closer to care with access to 78 specialties. Learn more about Sanford Health’s commitment to shaping the future of rural health care across the lifespan at sanfordhealth.org or Sanford Health News.

Good Samaritan, one of the nation’s largest nonprofit providers of senior care and services, is committed to transforming the aging experience through innovation, compassion and personalized care. As part of Sanford Health, an integrated nonprofit health system headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Good Samaritan serves 10,000 seniors and offers access to a full continuum of care, including 94 rehabilitation and skilled nursing centers, 56 assisted living and memory care facilities, 44 independent living locations and 37 home health and hospice agencies. The senior care provider delivers services across the upper Midwest, with 70% of residents living in rural communities. Learn more about Good Samaritan’s mission and commitment to delivering high quality senior care in rural America at good-sam.com.