KTS EMT - KTS Operations - Springfield - FT/Days

Kettering Health Network; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Kettering Health Network is seeking an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) to provide high-quality care in emergency situations. The role involves assessing patients, administering treatment, and ensuring compliance with medical regulations. Ideal candidates will have an EMS certification and a commitment to patient confidentiality.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Current State of Ohio EMS certification needed.
• CPR certification and valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Assess extent of illness or injury to prioritize medical procedures.
• Administers initial treatment at emergency scenes.
• Completes patient care and billing reports.

Skills

Assessment of illness or injury

Initial treatment administration

Communication with medical personnel

Knowledge of local medical procedures

Confidentiality maintenance

Education

High School diploma or GED

Current State of Ohio EMS certification

CPR certification

Job description

Overview

Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 13 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. We are committed to transforming the health care experience with high-quality care for every stage of life. Our service-oriented mission is in action every day, whether it’s by providing care in our facilities, training the next generation of health care professionals, or serving others through international outreach.

Campus Overview

Kettering Health Springfield

• The one-story, 42,000-square-foot medical center, located at 2300 N. Limestone St., is expected to open in the spring of 2022.
• Available services will include:
• 24/7 emergency center including lab and imaging
• Medical offices for primary care and specialty services
• The medical facility will employ approximately 50 full-time positions, and it is expected to cost $20 million to build.
• The new location builds on Kettering Health’s existing services in Springfield, including a primary care office on Middle Urbana Rd. and a health center on Emmanuel Way that offers imaging services, physical and occupational therapy, primary care, and specialty services.

Responsibilities & Requirements

Job Specific Duties:

• Assess extent of illness or injury, to establish and prioritize medical procedures.
• Administers initial treatment at emergency scenes.
• Assists in extricating trapped victims and transports sick and injured persons to treatment center.
• Communicates with physician and other medical personnel via radio and telephone.
• Completes patient care and billing reports.
• Displays a working knowledge of service areas, including facility locations, local regulations and procedures, and any local medical procedures.
• Ability to properly use all company provided medical equipment.
• Maintains strict confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations, as well as sensitive company and employee information.

Operational Duties:

• Performs regular assigned shift duties.
• Maintains cleaning standards of station(s), vehicle(s), and equipment.
• Completes detailed Incident Reports and Accident Reports, in a timely manner, at the request of management.
• Uses appropriate terminology and tone and follows all radio communication procedures.
• Drives company vehicles in accordance with company driving policies.

Preferred Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• High School diploma or GED
• Current State of Ohio EMS certification
• CPR certification
• Valid driver’s license, with no more than four (4) points, and approval by company insurance provider.
• Annual proctored skills and written protocol (standing orders) testing without lapse.