What are the responsibilities and job description for the EMT - Part Time position at County of Dare, NC?
Salary : $17.00 Hourly
Location : Kill Devil Hills, NC
Job Type : Part-time without benefits
Job Number : 2024-00681
Department : Emergency Medical Services
Opening Date : 01 / 02 / 2025
About the Position
This is a part-time position. Performs technical work providing emergency medical care, maintains records and files, prepares reports, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the supervision of the EMT-Lieutenant and EMT-Captain.
Job Duties
EMT Basic :
Responds to emergency calls, drives equipment and administers first aid, transports victims to emergency care facilities.
Observes patient responses and maintains accurate and complete records.
Checks and prepares equipment and supplies for treatment.
Assists with the rescue of accident victims utilizing specialized equipment.
Performs general maintenance work and upkeep on vehicles, apparatus, equipment, and station.
Participates in continuing training and instruction program by individual study of technical material and attendance at scheduled drills and classes.
Position Qualifications
Considerable knowledge of the principles and techniques of emergency care, including diagnosis, proper treatment and automobile extraction and transportation.
Considerable knowledge of the principles of anatomy, physiology, and chemistry in relation to the body systems.
Ability to obtain information from individuals involved, examine patients and determine nature, extent, or magnitude of illness or injury, and select appropriate medical procedures to be followed.
Ability to perform treatments at incident scenes or in specially equipped vehicles according to scope of practice and established medical protocols.
Ability to respond quickly and calmly in emergencies in stressful situations.
Ability to work with a diverse socio-economic population based on the unique situations encountered.
Ability to deal with stress and death and dying patients. Complies with regulations on the handling of the deceased, notifies authorities and arranges for protection of property and evidence at the scene.
Thorough knowledge of Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and ability to maintain patient confidentiality.
Thorough knowledge of the street system and geography of the County.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to keep records and prepare reports.
Must be able to communicate and understand English verbally and written.
Ability to collaborate and communicate with other first responders, and medical personnel at treatment facilities, to obtain information regarding history of events, treatments provided, and information for the on-going care of an individual, and to arrange for reception of individuals at other medical facilities.
Ability to portray an extremely positive department image and positive attitude to all personnel, colleagues and customers.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, associates, and the public.
Ability to provide exceptional customer service skills and abilities.
Ability to maintain a high level of personal decorum and professional conduct.
Education, Experience and Supplemental Information
High school diploma or equivalent
Valid driver's license
Must have current immunization / vaccinations records.
North Carolina Office of EMS credential at an EMT level or the ability to obtain North Carolina EMT credential through legal recognition upon hire.
Valid Healthcare Provider CPR certification.
Valid certification in, or must obtain within six months of hire, NIMS ICS 100, 200, 700 and 800.
Subject to drug and / or alcohol testing per requirements (pre-employment, random, reasonable cause / suspicion, and post-accident).
Must be able to work any shift, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
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