What are the responsibilities and job description for the EMT - State-of-the-Art Medical Equipment (Apply in minutes) position at Acadian Ambulance Service?
JOB SUMMARY :
Provide appropriate, efficient and timely pre-hospital basiclife support care and transportation of the sick and injured in accordancewith local, state, national and Acadian Ambulance standards of practice.
EQUIPMENT :
Ambulance; stretcher; folding stretcher; scoop stretcher; long and short spineboards and KED; spinal immobilization equipment; radios and computerizedcommunications equipment; splinting devices; suction devices; bandagingmaterials; oxygen bottles and tubings; basic airway management devices;intravenous fluid therapy equipment; fire extinguisher; simple extricationdevices; simple mechanics tools; blood pressure cuff and stethoscope; patientrestraints; simple traction devices; other medical and related equipment itemsnot specifically listed may be added as new items are introduced.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
Except as specifically noted, the followingfunctions are considered essential to this position.
Conducts a careful examination of the patient for signs and symptoms of illnessinjury and assists other medical personnel as necessary.
Administers prompt and efficient basic life support care within the limits of licensure or certification and in accordance with approved protocols prior to and during transport.
Provides careful handling of the patient to and from the ambulance.
Provides safe and efficient transport of the patient in the ambulance to the medical facility.
Provides a safe and efficient transfer of patient and patient care information to the receiving personnel at the destination.
Documents all aspects of patient condition and treatment on EMS run reports. Obtains and records non-medical patient information as required. Completes other patient documentation and forms as required.
Conducts regular unit inventory and equipment testing to ensure all equipment for which the EMT-Basic is responsible is present, clean and in proper working order.
Upon completion of transport, responsible for all assigned duties which will place the ambulance and equipment back in service.
Responsible for full knowledge of the ambulances basic life support equipment and its proper use at all times.
Documents and reports all needed repairs to the proper maintenance departments (electronic or mechanical) as well as to supervisors and other ambulance personnel as required.
In the absence of other qualified personnel, responsible for the use of basic extrication tools and procedures to gain access to the patient if necessary.
In the absence of other qualified personnel, responsible for controlling the patients surroundings in such a way as to minimize further danger and control the actions of bystanders.
In both the emergency and non-emergency setting, operates drives the ambulance in a safe and efficient manner, following company driving guidelines, so the safety or condition of the occupants are not compromised.
Follows all FCC regulations when communicating via electronic communications equipment.
Attends all mandatory meetings as scheduled.
Completes assigned station and station grounds duties.
Orders supplies and equipment from Central Supply to replenish station and ambulance inventories as needed.
Completes assigned ambulance duties (i.e., washing, waxing, interior and exterior cleaning, etc.) as required.
Completes all required company reports and logs and when necessary provides other ambulance and supervisory personnel with the information.
Approved Field Training Officer are responsible for precepting EMT-Basic students as well as new employees as directed.
Must meet and fulfill the qualifications, requirements, functions and responsibilities of the Emergency Medical Technician - Basic job descriptions.
Performs other duties as assigned. These duties, responsibilities, requirements, and conditions are not intendedto be all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties,responsibilities, requirements and conditions.
QUALIFICATIONS :
High School Diploma or GED.
National andor State certification as an Emergency Medical Technician-Basic determined by appropriate state requirements.
Current CPR certification as established by the American Heart Association.
Current and valid state-issued drivers license determined by appropriate state requirements (equivalent of a Louisiana Class D drivers license).
Must be able to read, write and communicate professionally and effectively with employees and managers. Must possess the ability to write simple correspondence or reports. Must possess the ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees andor managers.
Must be knowledgeable of company protocols, operational procedures and safety policies.
Must be able to drive large vehicles in normal and adverse conditions.
INTERPERSONAL REQUIREMENTS
Maintain social, ethical and organizational norms.
Achieve accomplishment of all task details, no matter how small.
Maintain good personal motivation; develop a sense of ownership of job tasks and results.
Must have a sense of urgency for all work performed.
Must maintain professionalism and respect with patients, co-workers, emergency service providers, healthcare workers and the general public.
TRAINING REQUIREMENTS :
Orientation to job requirements.
REPORTS TO :
EMT-IntermediateEMT-Paramedic Operations Supervisor Operations Manager Vice President of Operations All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment withoutregard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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