EMT - PRN

LCMC Health; Marrero (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

LCMC Health is seeking an EMT Basic to deliver high-quality basic life support in diverse, uncontrolled environments before hospital arrival. You will assess patients of all ages, aid in emergency care, and support ED staff as needed.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent (or 2 years of work experience) and current certifications including BLS/CPR, EMT-Basic, and a valid Louisiana driver’s license. Must be able to perform under protocols and directions.

Qualifications

• EMT Basic provides assessment and treatment in a prehospital setting.
• May work with hospital ED staff in emergency care of patients of all ages.
• Licensed/certified to provide basic life support under physician direction.

Responsibilities

• Provide highest quality basic life support in prehospital settings.
• Take patient histories and perform physical exams.
• Control bleeding and provide airway management to restore circulation.

Skills

Airway management

Bleeding control

Patient assessment

BLS CPR

Education

High School Diploma/GED or equivalent OR 2 years of work experience

Tools

EMT-Basic license (Louisiana)

NREMT-Basic

Driver's License - Class D

Job description

Your job is more than a job

The EMT Basic is responsible for providing highest quality basic life support in a prehospital setting and augments the various hospital emergency department staffs in the emergency care of the sick and injured. The EMT Basic provides assessment and treatment to patients of all ages in an innumerable variety of environmentally uncontrolled settings in which injury and permanent disability to the EMT are possible. The EMT Basic takes histories, performs physical exams, controls bleeding, provides airway control, restores and maintains circulation. They provide care consistent with the general standard of care under the authority of the department's leading physician and according to the treatment protocols as issued approved by the hospital.

Education/Experience Qualifications

• Required: High School Diploma/GED or equivalent OR 2 years of work experience.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Basic Life Support Health Care Provider (CPR, BLS) - American Heart Association
• Defensive Driving Certification - Defensive Driving Certification Issuer
• Driver's License - Class D - Louisiana Office Of Motor Vehicles
• Emergency Medical Technician - Basic (EMT-Basic) - Louisiana Department Of Health
• National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians-Basic ("Med Tech") ("EMT") (NREMT - Basic) - National Registry Of Emergency Medical Technicians

Work Shift

Variable Hours (United States of America)

LCMC Health is a community.

Our people make health happen. While our NOLA roots run deep, our branches are the vessels that carry our mission of bringing the best possible care to every person and parish in Louisiana and beyond and put a little more heart and soul into healthcare along the way. Celebrating authenticity, originality, equity, inclusion and a little "come on in" attitude is the foundation of LCMC Health's culture of everyday extraordinary

About West Jefferson Medical Center

West Jefferson Medical Center, a cornerstone of LCMC Health's incredible community of care, is regionally recognized and nationally accredited. For over 60 years, we've been the hospital-of-choice on the west bank of Jefferson Parish for health, wellness, and family-centered care. Learn more about West Jefferson Medical Center and our Leapfrog "Grade A" Hospital Safety distinction

Your extras

• Deliver healthcare with heart.
• Give people a reason to smile.
• Put a little love in your work.
• Be honest and real, but with compassion.
• Bring some lagniappe into everything you do.
• Forget one-size-fits-all, think one-of-a-kind care.
• See opportunities, not problems - it's all about perspective.
• Cheerlead ideas, differences, and each other.
• Love what makes you, you - because we do

You are welcome here.

LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.