What are the responsibilities and job description for the EMT Paramedic EMS FT position at Carteret Health Care?
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JOB RELATIONSHIPS
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Responsible to Clinical Director, Assistant Clinical Director, Charge Nurse
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DEFINITION OF POSITION
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An Emergency Medical Technician – Paramedic who performs duties related to the daily operation of Carteret Health Care Ambulance Service.
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QUALIFICATIONS
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Professional
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Current certification as an Emergency Medical Technician – Paramedic in the State of North Carolina.
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Current approval to function at the EMT-Paramedic level in Carteret County as approved by the Carteret County ALS Medical Director.
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Current North Carolina drivers license with a safe driving record and preferred completion of an emergency vehicle-driving course.
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Knowledge of current trends and techniques related to Emergency Medical Services and responsibilities in providing ambulance services.
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BLS Healthcare Provider Certification
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EVOC or EVD
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ACLS
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ITLS/PHTLS must be obtained within one year of hire.
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PEPP or PALS
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Work Environment
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Hospital environment
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May include emergency department or any area of the hospital or hospital grounds
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May include risks to self as related to procedures or actions of others
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Outside environment
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Ambulance transports and movement of ambulances and maintenance Weather issues, highway safety
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May include risks to self as related to procedures or actions of others
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Risks associated with ambulance transports (non-emergent, emergent and 911 mutual aids)
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Hazardous material environment
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May include material in the hospital, brought into the hospital, etc.
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May include material not known such as those unknown hazards that could be on any ambulance response.
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Noise levels
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Vary greatly depending on the area of work.
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