Position Title: Advanced EMT

Position Identification: Report to: Supervisor

Employees Supervised/Directed: None

FLSA Code: Non-Exempt

Position Purpose and Summary:

Under the Supervisors and EAPS officers, the ideal Emergency Medical Technician (“incumbent”) will preform duties associated with providing rescue services and emergency medical care to the sick and injured in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and EAPS Policies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The incumbent must possess and apply knowledge and skills to perform the duties of a Advanced EMT and rescuer, and a dignified and compassionate manner, including:

• Responding to emergency and nonemergency calls calmly, efficiently, and promptly
• Administering basic and advance life-support to patients at the scene, enroute to the hospital, and in a prehospital setting, in accordance with federal, state, local laws, regulations, and standards
• Assessing the nature and extent of injury or illness to establish and prioritize medical procedures to be followed;
• Rescuing and extricating victims of accidents, sudden illness, or entrapment using proper rescue and medical techniques
• Communicating with professional medical personnel and treatments facilities to obtain instructions regarding further treatment and/or to arrange reception of patients to the appropriate center
• Maintaining order at scenes, including crowd distribution and restraint of family and friends
• Completing patient care forms, insurance forms, evaluation forms, and all the other forms and a confident and timely fashion

The incumbent must perform all job responsibilities in a manner that protects patient privacy:

• The incumbent is expected to protect the privacy of all patient information in accordance with the company’s privacy policies, procedures, and practices, as required by federal and state law, in accordance with general principles of professionalism as a healthcare provider. Failure to comply with the company policies and procedures on patient privacy may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment for a membership or association with Eastern Area Prehospital Services.
• The incumbent may access protected health information and other patient information only to the extent that is necessary to complete your job duties. The incumbent may only share such information with those who have a need to know the specific patient information you have in your possession to complete their job responsibilities related to treatment, payment, or other company operations
• The incumbent is encouraged and expected to report, without the threat of retaliation, any concerns regarding the company’s policies and procedures on patient privacy and any observe practices in violation of that policy to the designated privacy officer
• The incumbent is expected to actively participate and company privacy training is required to communicate privacy policy information to coworkers, students, patients, and others in accordance with company policy

The incumbent must possess and apply knowledge and skills necessary to perform the duties of a driver of ambulance equipment, including:

• Responding to instructions for my dispatcher, driving, and operating specially equipped emergency vehicles to specified location at a safe and controlled speed, in accordance with federal, state, local laws, and regulations and standards
• Assuring that vehicles are in good working conditions at all times, are properly maintained and stopped, have all necessary equipment, and that this equipment is in good working order at all times
• Cleaning, organizing, and restocking vehicles and a ready condition after each call for service
• Receiving requests for emergency and nonemergency ambulance service and other duties related communication via two-way radio and other communications devices
• Maintaining accurate records of ambulance equipment and other emergency equipment and or personnel dispatched to each emergency and nonemergency request and other operations and a mistreat of data as required to maintain the operational condition continually of EAPS and as directed by supervisors
• Handling telephone communications professionally and efficiently with careful regard to the divulgence of information
• Coordinating request for nonemergency transports in accordance with the nonemergency transport policies
• Monitoring communication equipment to maintain contact with the dispatcher
• Preforming rescue operations
• Maintaining apparatus and equipment

The incumbent must perform routine tasks in and around the ambulance service building, including:

• Checking, restocking, inventory and cleaning any apparatus operated by EAPS
• Cleaning, doing dishes, and feeling trash, and other related duties in station
• Washing and drying towels, coveralls, and other laundry and the provided heavy duty washing equipment
• Representing the ambulance service while on duty at public service functions, expositions, and other public events
• Providing him ambulance standby services at sporting events or any other activities designated by the supervisors or administration
• Preforming any other duties related to EAPS as designated by the supervisors or a administration

The incumbent must also:

• Be a team player, as EMS is a team effort, and providers must provide necessary assistance to ensure system sanitation, readiness, and adhere to quality assurance standards
• Be flexible, as emergency services operate on a 24 hour clock, the incumbents assigned work shift schedule may vary and the incumbent should be available to respond immediately for a call during the assigned work period, and the start and end shift times may vary due to the nature of the business
• Maintain a for a working knowledge of local geography, which includes maps, streets, and grid book systems
• Maintain a for a working knowledge of applicable current standards of care, including equipment functions and uses
• I sure that all certifications, licenses, and registrations are up to date

Qualifications

Educational Requirements:

Must have a minimum of either a high school diploma or a GED as evidence of completion of a high school education, and must have and maintain current Advanced EMT certification

Certificates, licenses, and registrations

The incumbent must possess and maintain a valid drivers license, current state Advanced EMT certification, CPR certification, ITLS/PHTLS, EVOC certification, hazardous material awareness, and other certifications as required

Minimum experience, abilities required, and special requirements

This position requires one year of experience in the field of rescue an emergency medical services. Additionally, the incumbent must possess basic working knowledge of a computer, and be able to enter necessary data into a computer

Physical requirements of the position

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. The position requires significant physical strength dexterity and the ability to function and very adverse environments with exposure to numerous safety risks typically found at emergency scenes. The following guidelines are used to describe the frequency of activities in this position: (occasionally equals 1% to 33%; frequently equals 34% to 66%, and continuously equals 67% to 100% of a typical workday)

STANDING/WALKING: frequently to continuously when responding to calls. Optional while at rest at the facility; this usually includes; Going to and from the emergency vehicle, getting patients from their locations, and rendering treatment. Most walking would be for short distances, as emergency vehicles are allowed to get as close to the location as possible. However, the incumbent must be able to run these same distances, in case of an emergency work time is of the essence. Walking and running may vary, however, as the patient may be located inside a large, multi floor facility. Standing, walking, and running could be on all types of services, including but not limited to: asphalt, cement, concrete, soft pack to start, and linoleum, wood, hardwood floors, etc. The individuals must be able to go up and down slight incline or decline that may be found at roadside, agricultural areas, etc. At a location, standings with occur more often than walking or running. Standing would occur on the wide variety of surfaces mentioned above. Standing could last from a few minutes to hours, depending on the situation. Standing could occur in the standard erect position, the kneeling, squatting positions, etc.

SITTING: Frequently when responding to a location, the individual sit in the emergency vehicle. Emergency vehicles are equipped with a standard and stalled vehicle seat. The time performing the sitting activity on a call would depend upon specific situation.

LIFTING AND CARRYING: Frequently required to lift and carry rates ranging from a few pounds to 10 pounds and above. Occasionally required to lift and carry weight scaled at or above 100 pounds or more. Incumbents will need to lift and carry, with one team member, adult patients, lifting them from various positions (such as a bed or a chair) on to various patient movement devices, such as an ambulance stretcher, the stair chair, long backboard, etc., and then efficiently move them into an ambulance. Other heavier objects in the high range category would be 5-foot tall 10-inch diameter oxygen cylinders, medical equipment boxes. Gin cylinders can be made of quarter inch steel and weigh up to 113 pounds. The medical equipment boxes can weigh approximately 50 pounds or more.

BENDING AND STOOPING: frequently throughout a work shift the individual will be required to band and a range of 1° to 90°. The average situation will require the individuals to work in a range of 35° to 65° bends. This would involve; lifting a patient, lifting equipment, treating a patient at ground level, and sitting on a bench located in the ambulance. This activity may be prolonged and last up to 30 minutes or more. During any given call, the provider may bend and/or stoop 1 to 15 times per incident.

CROUCHING KNEELING: frequently. Crouching in kneeling may be performed while on the scene picking up equipment for assisting patients. The actual number of times this is done depends on the particular incident but may be up to 15 times for a duration up to 30 minutes or greater.

CLIMBING: occasionally. This is required when climbing steps up and down with a patient on a stretcher or other device, and when entering or exiting the emergency vehicle. Generally, the climbing would require that the incumbent be lifting and carrying heavy objects such as a stretcher or other device with a patient on it. Balancing may be required when backing down staircases

REACHING: frequently to continuously throughout the work shift in order to review monitoring equipment, operate communications equipment, administer oxygen, and operate equipment. But may also be required to reach in pre-various positions, such as in a vehicle, which has been crushed in an accident, or in other confined spaces. If working inside the ambulance enroute to a medical facility, the incumbent will need to reach to access the patient and supplies. Reaching will involve partial to four extensions of the arms.

PUSHING AND PULLING: frequently. The activities it would require the most force is pushing and pulling is when removing or returning a gurney to the emergency vehicle, with or without a patient on the gurney. Required to push pool will vary, depending on the weight on the gurney. Slight pushing will be required if the incumbent is performing CPR, which can require repetitive pushing and may range from a few minutes to hours. Pushing and pulling is required when operating and closing vehicle doors.

HANDLING OR GRASPING: continuously. While working at any given location, continual bilateral gross manipulation was performed in this position. This may be involved when; opening/closing doors; and using, handling, carrying and or operating medical equipment boxes that may weigh approximately 50 Pounds or more, stretcher rails, various handles attached to equipment, and tools. The arm and hand must be able to perform all types of positions, including supination and pronation. Hyperextension, extension, and flexion of the fingers will be involved; ulnar and radial deviation, abduction and adduction of the hand and wrist will be required. A wide variety of grasping will be required, such as cylinder grasping, Palmer grasping, hook grasping, tip grasping, lateral grasping, and spherical grasping.

HAZARDS: the incumbent, when responding to emergencies, can be exposed to dust, fumes, gases, fire, smoke, adverse weather conditions, and chemicals. Driving at speeds beyond the posted speed limit may occur and, therefore, the incumbent may be exposed to vehicle or accidents at a higher speed than normal. There is also exposure to body substances that may contain infectious materials that could cause illness or death. There is potential for bodily harm or death from violent patients, by standards, or other dangers.

Other physical requirements:

• Maintain balance and strength in awkward positions
• Speak clearly under stressful circumstances
• Accurately communicate ideas orally and in writing in English
• Respond physically with speed
• Speak loudly
• Get along well with others

MENTAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE POSITION:

• Handle a significant number of stressful situations, and be able to function Conley, Cooley, and collectively under all types of stressful situation
• Get along well with diverse personalities
• Communicate with patients and others with empathy and respect
• Create and maintain a positive and cooperative working environment in stressful situations
• Work smoothly and professionally in an environment where teamwork is essential
• Analyze and interpret difficult and complex patient care and personal situations
• Work independently with a minimal supervision for sign tasks
• Exercise sound independent judgment with general policy and procedure guidelines
• Anticipate and identify problems and take initiative to prevent her correct them
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of personal within the medical community, EAPS, outside agencies, patients, and members of the community
• Understand and follow federal, state, and local laws, and EAPS policies, procedures, and rules
• Follow orders
• Remember and apply concepts knowledge and principles
• Appropriately deal with stress and maintain composure when encountering serious injuries or illnesses

Disclaimer: the information provided in this description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by incumbents within the position. It is not to be interpretative as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and working conditions required of employees assigned to this position. Management has the sole discretion to add or modify the duties of this position and to designate other functions at any time. This position description is not an employment agreement or contract.

Work Remotely

• No

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $19.50 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Holidays
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Advanced EMT Certification (Required)

Work Location: One location