What are the responsibilities and job description for the EMT - Ground Transportation - EMT 9-11, Nightshift position at Inspira Health Network?
Job Description
MAJOR FUNCTION :
The Department of Emergency Medical Services Emergency Medical Technician (DEMS / EMT) provides prehospital care and / or transport to individuals of sudden illness or injury in the designated service and hospitals areas of the DEMS system. The DEMS / EMT will provide inter-facility transport to those individuals needing movement between healthcare facilities as directed. The DEMS / EMT will provide appropriate mutual aid assistance when requested by adjacent services when appropriate.
The EMT demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to patients of all ages, inclusive of neonates, infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics. Additionally, the EMT demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possesses the ability to access data reflective of the patient's status, and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirement relative to his or her age-specific needs.
QUALIFICATIONS :
Education & Experience :
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- Preference will be given to those with prior work experience.
Certification / Licensure :
Physical Requirements :
N : Never O : Occasionally (
80%) Lifting
50lbs C Crouching C Reaching C Carrying C Hearing C Walking C Pushing C Talking C Vision C Environmental Conditions : Noise C Varied Temperatures C Cleaning Agents O Noxious odors F Patient Exposure C Operative Equipment O
