EMT (Full-Time)

Ultipro; Lakeland, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

MedFleet Clinical Services in Lakeland, FL is seeking a Florida EMT-B to provide emergency and non-emergency transport with a strong focus on patient care and protocol adherence.

Responsibilities include maintaining the ambulance and equipment, documenting all procedures, and coordinating with local fire/rescue and medical staff. Must be 18+, hold a valid FL driver license, BLS, and EMT-B certification; frequent shifts and field work are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current Florida EMT-B certification.
• Current BLS Certification.
• Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Florida driver license upon offer.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality patient care utilizing thorough knowledge of protocols.
• Assess and treat medical situations with appropriate techniques while maintaining high standards of care.
• Maintain neat, professional appearance per SOP.
• Maintain ambulance and equipment in a ready state.
• Document thoroughly and report defective equipment to supervisor.
• Maintain professional relationships within EMS and community.
• Adhere to SOP, Medical Operations Manual, and Code of Conduct.
• Maintain current state and county certifications.
• Attend CME courses as required.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Patient care

Protocol knowledge

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Florida EMT-B certification

BLS Certification

Driver's license (FL)

Job description

Providing both emergency and non-emergency transport of patients. MedFleet EMT’s will collaborate with Municipal, County, and private Fire / rescue services as well as other medical staff, patients and family members. EMT’s will take great care in the maintenance and operation of company vehicles, and shall thoroughly and accurately complete and submit all required documentation.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prompt and regular attendance at work.
• Provide quality patient care utilizing thorough knowledge of protocols
• Assess and treat with appropriate techniques (resources and equipment), any medical situation while maintaining the highest standard of patient care and professionalism according to current company standards.
• Must maintain neat and professional appearance at all times in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
• Maintain the ambulance and equipment in a clean, organized and response ready mode
• Maintain thorough knowledge of the ambulance and equipment, its function and use and reporting defective equipment and supplies to the supervisor as required
• Maintain a positive and professional working relationship with other individuals within the community and EMS system
• Responsible for adhering to all policies and procedures provided in the Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Medical Operations Manual and Code of Conduct
• Responsible for maintaining current state and county certifications
• Must attend all Continuing Medical Education (CME) courses as required MedFleet Clinical Services
• Performs other such duties as may be required

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Current Florida EMT-B certification (Information for out-of-state applicants or to renew click here )
• Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Florida driver license upon offer of employment.
• Current BLS Certification
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Physical Requirements

• The EMT is required to sit, stand, walk, climb or balance, step, stoop, kneel; and talk or hear. The EMT is required to pull, lift, grasp, reach, use hands, finger movement, and repetitive motions.
• Must frequently lift and/or carry a minimum of 140 pounds up to 200 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Requirements will vary; must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Works outdoors and indoors with occasional exposure to hazardous conditions and to blood/body fluids, requires respirator use, fumes/odors, extended day, and temperature changes. Frequently works with others, face-to-face contact with others with exposure to noise, mechanical equipment, and electrical equipment. Performs shift work and performs duties frequently in a mobile environment and in confined areas.

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