First Responder- Ambulance Driver

Hendricks Community Hospital; Hendricks (MN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Hendricks Community Hospital in Hendricks, MN seeks a PRN Ambulance Driver to support our emergency response team. You will safely operate EMS vehicles, transport patients to hospitals, and assist ER staff as needed in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements include a valid driver’s license, CPR certification, Equipment and Driving Course, and strong verbal/written communication along with leadership and sound judgment under pressure.

Qualifications

• High school diploma preferred
• Must possess a valid driver’s license
• CPR certification, Equipment and Driving Course required
• Must possess verbal and written communication skills to understand and interpret instructions, communicate with supervisor, medical and nursing staff, patients, and families
• Should be able to use common sense and be a fair judge of character
• Good leadership, initiative, and judgment skills
• Ability to respond to critical situations in a professional and competent manner

Responsibilities

• Safely operate emergency vehicles under various traffic conditions.
• Transport patients to hospitals or medical facilities.
• Follow all traffic laws and driving protocols.
• Navigate routes quickly and efficiently using maps or GPS.
• Assist ER nursing personnel with loading and unloading patients.
• Ensure ambulance is well-maintained and equipped.
• Communicate effectively with dispatchers and medical staff.
• Maintain confidentiality and professional conduct.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Leadership

Judgment

Stress management

Flexibility

Education

Driver’s license

CPR certification

Equipment and Driving Course

Job description

Location:Hendricks, MNWorker Type:PRNWork Shift:As Needed (United States of America)Hendricks Community Hospital Association is seeking a qualified individual to join our team!Position HighlightsWork Shift:Rotating days/evenings/nights/weekends (United States of America)Pay Range:Starting wage $15 an hourQUALIFICATIONS:High school degree, preferred.Must possess a valid driver’s license.CPR certification, Equipment and Driving Course required.Must possess verbal and written communication skills to understand and interpret instructions, communicate with supervisor, medical and nursing staff, patients, and families.Should be able to use common sense and be a fair judge of character.Good leadership, initiative, and judgment skills.Ability to respond to critical situations in a professional and competent manner.PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS:Moderate to heavy physical work. Near visual acuity for performing nursing care.Ability to exercise independent judgment and maintain emotional stability under stress.Flexibility to handle changing situations and emergency needs.Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.JOB ACCOUNTABILITY AND RESPONSIBILITYResponsible for safely operating emergency vehicles under various traffic conditions from scene of call and en route to hospitalSafely Transporting patients to hospitals or medical facilitiesFollow all traffic laws and driving protocolsNavigating routes quickly and efficiently using maps or GPSAssisting medical personnel with loading and unloading patientsEnsuring the ambulance is well-maintained and equipped.Administering basic first aid when necessaryCommunicating effectively with dispatchers and medical staff.Knowledge of emergency care equipment and where it is located in the ambulance as well as in the E.R.Responsible for maintaining ambulance during his/her shift, which includes cleaning, stocking, and monitoring equipment.Assist ER nursing personnel with ambulance patients.Maintain positive working relationships with non-hospital departments such as law enforcement, fire departments, neighboring ambulances, etc.Assists emergency room nurse and physician in ER as directed by the ER nurse or the attending physician when needed.Maintains professional growth through meetings, in-services, and workshops.HCHA is an Equal Opportunity Employer