Job Description Summary
The Emergency Medical Technician responds to both non–emergent and emergent requests for medical transportation, provides emergency and non–emergency care in the pre–hospital environment within the scope of practice, and provides safe and efficient transportation of the patient to appropriate facility or residence.
Job Description
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
1. Responds promptly to requests for non–emergent and emergency calls as directed by the dispatcher in a timely and safe manner.
a. Upon receiving request from dispatcher, responds to request in a timely fashion.
b. Maintains sufficient knowledge of area geography and traffic patterns
c. Follows Massachusetts Laws, Chapter 89, Section 7 and Chapter 90, Sections 7, 13, 14, 16, and 17 regarding emergency vehicle operation.
d. Parks vehicle in areas designed by local fire, police, or hospital for patient pick-up and discharge.
a. Run report will be completely accurately and legibly.
b. Vehicle and equipment checklist will be completed on every shift.
c. Obtains insurance information from transferring institution or receiving hospital.
a. Knows location and proper use of all equipment and radios.
b. Restocks vehicle and equipment within 15 minutes of run
c. Keeps vehicle clean and maintains fuel and stock as needed
d. Reports damaged or unsafe equipment to Supervisor upon problem identification.
a. Performs complete and accurate BLS patient assessments.
b. Is proficient in all BLS skills
c. Has a pleasant and professional manner with all patients and their families
d. Adheres to state and Region IV BLS treatment protocols.
e. Gives accurate and concise radio reports.
a. Assists as ancillary staff performing only those duties within the scope of practice or training.
6. Maintains a good working relationship with fellow employees, community emergency service providers, hospital staff, physicians and other allied health professionals.
a. Represents South Shore Hospital and the Ambulance Department in a positive, professional manner.
b. Interacts with department paramedics and hospital employees in a spirit of cooperation and in the patient’s best interest.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Education - Preferred
High School diploma or equivalent
Minimum Work Experience
One (1) year experience as an Emergency Medical Technician preferred.
Required Licenses
VDL - Valid Drivers License (Verification of an acceptable motor vehicle driving record at time of hire with annual verification required thereafter)
Required Certifications
EMT-B - Emergency Medical Technician Basic or
EMT-A Emergency Medical Technician Advanced or
EMT-P Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic
Required Classes/Skills
BLS – Basic Life Support (AHA) or
ACLS – Advanced Cardiac Life Support (AHA)
Required additional Knowledge and Abilities
Ability to interact effectively with minimal supervision using good judgment, common sense, leadership ability, and a thorough understanding of the principles of emergency medical services at the basic level.
Ability to interact effectively and professionally with patients, hospital personnel, emergency service providers, fire department personnel, and the general public
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