EMT - Per-Diem

Yale New Haven Health; North Haven (CT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Yale New Haven Health is seeking Emergency Medical Technicians in North Haven, Connecticut, to provide high-quality pre-hospital patient care. The role requires current EMT certification and compassion in communication with patients and their families, ensuring all protocols are followed for optimal care.

Responsibilities include assessing call situations, operating medical equipment, and maintaining vehicle readiness. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma and some healthcare experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Desirable to have previous healthcare work experience.
• Must hold current EMT Certification and CPR Card.

Responsibilities

• Assess each call situation to determine the best course of action.
• Utilize medical equipment to assess patients and deliver life support.
• Safely operate vehicles and maintain cleanliness.

Skills

Compassionate patient communication

Emergency Medical Treatment

Scene management

Basic life support skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (GED)

Tools

Medical equipment

Emergency vehicles

Job description

Overview

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day. This position provides high-quality service and basic, pre-hospital, patient care and transportation in a professional and caring manner.

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran

Responsibilities

• Assesses each call situation to determine best course of action and appropriate protocol.
• Utilizes medical equipment to assess patient and carry out basic life support functions.
• Safely operates Company vehicles at all times.
• Ensures that seat belts are appropriately used when driving, and that the passenger is appropriately using seat belts.
• Ensures that patient is properly secured in the stretcher.
• Develops and utilizes triage skills to provide optimal efficiency during calls.
• Assists paramedic or nurse with the preparation of advanced life support equipment.
• Provides patient care according to clinical protocols and safety requirements.
• Ability to effectively represent the Company when communicating in English with clients, customers, and the general public.
• Communicates with receiving facility to receive medical direction and to provide critical information.
• An electronic Patient Care Record (ePCR) must be completed and submitted by the end of each shift for each patient. Trauma ePCRs must be submitted within an hour of patient delivery to ED.
• Compassionately communicates with patient and loved ones to provide information and assurance that care is being given, and to show compassion.
• Acts as team leader and takes responsibility for scene management as needed.
• Keeps current on all required licenses and certifications.
• Communicates with dispatcher to receive and understand call data and customer feedback.
• Monitors and maintains the general condition of the unit, keeps it clean and stocked for optimal call response to maintain the image of the Company.
• Documents activities completely to ensure appropriate information is available regarding each call.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Participates in community programs to maintain Company image and establish strong community relations.
• Participates in quality assurance activities and as an experienced EMT, may assist in the orientation and development of new employees.

Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or equivalent (GED).

Experience: Some previous healthcare work experience is desirable.

Licensure: Must possess current state EMT Certification, current CPR Card, valid Driver's License, driving record in compliance with Company policy regarding insurability.

YNHHS Requisition ID 185455