EMT

Med Center Health; Bowling Green (KY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Med Center Health seeks an EMT to perform assessment, management, and safe transport of patients under medical control. The role includes providing Basic Life Support, trauma care, and documentation of care and billing data, while maintaining certifications and vehicle readiness.

Preferred candidates hold a high school diploma or equivalent and Kentucky EMT certification, along with CPR and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Kentucky EMT certification required.
• CPR certification as required by Kentucky EMS.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient(s) to determine level of care and initiate appropriate actions.
• Provide Basic Life Support including airway management and CPR/AED as indicated.
• Perform trauma care such as bleeding control and immobilization.
• Operate and maintain department vehicles and equipment; conduct maintenance checks.

Skills

EMT field experience

CPR/BLS

Patient assessment

Document patient data

Safe driving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Kentucky EMT license

CPR certification

Job description

Position Summary

• Performs and/or assists with the assessment, management and transport, within scope of practice, of persons ill or injured, under the supervision of on or off-line medical control.

Minimum Qualifications

• Work Experience
  • Previous pre-hospital or clinical patient care experience is preferred.
• Education
  • High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Certifications/Licensure
  • Kentucky Certified Emergency Medical Technician; Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation certification, as required by Kentucky Board of EMS.
  • Valid driver’s license required.
  • Motor vehicle record check required and will be performed annually.

Job Specific Performance Standards

• The duties listed below are a summary of the major essential functions of this position. The position may require other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned, and specific functions may change from time to time.
  • Assessment of patient(s) to determine appropriate level of care needed. Initiates proper course of action (i.e. ALS response, rapid transport, assist with self-administered medications, etc.).
  • Provides Basic Life Support in critical situations by establishing and maintaining patient airway, using appropriate adjuncts, providing ventilatory assistance, performing CPR and/or utilizing AED, as indicated by local/national standards.
  • Performs trauma care (i.e. bleeding control, splinting, immobilization, etc.) as appropriate.
  • Uses, cleans and replenishes patient care supplies and equipment according to department and corporate guidelines.
  • Adheres to department and corporate guidelines regarding infection control and personal protective equipment.
  • Operates company vehicle. Adheres to driving laws and regulations and assures safe operation of vehicle. Conducts general maintenance checks on company vehicle. Reports maintenance issues. Maintains record of maintenance checks.
  • Maintains current proof of certifications/license on file in department files. Reliably attends department and corporate required in-service/training.
  • Documents patient demographic data, assessment findings, treatment and procedures performed and other pertinent information on patient care report.
  • Documents demographic data, insurance information; obtains signatures as required for billing purposes.
  • Maintains department buildings, vehicles and equipment according to department guidelines.