Emergency Medical Tech Adv - Angel II - PRN

Grady Health System offers many career paths for Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT). Whether you have many years of experience or are in the early stages on your EMT career, you can find a rewarding  position at Grady!

SUMMARY 

Provide emergency care to patients requiring EMS procedures in accordance with established medical protocols under the direct supervision of the Paramedic.  Ensure assigned emergency vehicles and equipment are in an acceptable state of readiness at all times.  Provide safe and effective transportation of patients to and from predetermined locations.  Exemplify excellent service behavior and timely responsiveness to co-workers, patients, clients, visitors, physicians and vendors.

• Maintain knowledge of all Clinical Care Guidelines, Standard Operating Procedures and Policies and Procedures of Grady EMS (GEMS) and Grady Health System.
• Ensures as a team that all drugs, IV fluids and supplies are properly inventoried and maintained.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Ensures that all equipment and supplies are in order at the beginning and end of shift and reporting any deficiency to Registered Nurse on duty. Responsible for the cleanliness and maintenance of the EMS unit and equipment.
•  Works as a team, striving to perform all duties in a spirit of partnership.
• The position of Emergency Vehicle Operator (EVO) is the sole responsibility of the Emergency Medical Technician. When responding to an emergency as EVO, the EMT-I shall drive in a safe and appropriate manner, consistent with the training and guidelines established in the EMS Emergency Vehicle Operations course.
• Complies with current directive and protocols for Angel II Neonatal Transport
• Retain thorough knowledge of Angel II regional territory and use of map books. In addition, shall have thorough knowledge of hospitals and emergency department's locations in the regional area.
• Maintains thorough knowledge of all medical codes and pertinent GEMS radio signal and procedures. Ensure the accurate documentation and processing of all ePCR and OHR trip reports.

 Required:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Intermediate EMT License
• Maintain current American Heart Association Provider Card for BLS and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
• Must have a current driver's license within 30 days of employment Acceptable motor vehicle record according to departmental standard