Emergency Medical Tech I

Job Summary

To define the role of an EMT in the Emergency Management Services Department in a patient care setting. EMT's may perform technical patient care functions in accordance with their scope of practice under state law and in accordance with the policy/procedure and under direction of the Paramedic. If there is any conflict between the state law regarding scope of practice and the policy/procedure, the more stringent shall apply. For example, if an activity is permitted under state law but not under policy/procedure, then the policy/procedure shall govern.

Essential Functions

• Maintains awareness of changing policies, procedures, and system processes in order to most effectively expedite patient care.
• Communicates effectively. Establishes and maintains two way communication with peers, staff, physicians and administration.
• Provides patient care in accordance with hospital and departmental policies and procedures as directed.
• Follows through on problems that may compromise patient care by using the appropriate chain of command.
• Cooperates well with peers and supports group decisions.
• Ensure that supplies and equipment for patient care are readily available and organized in an efficient manner.
• Correctly identifies and uses appropriate personal protective equipment.
• Maintains supply availability and continually restocks areas as needed.
• Consistently uses skilled communication which demonstrates congruence between words and actions and holds others accountable for doing the same.
• Demonstrates appropriate interpersonal skills for all age groups.
• Participates in departmental and unit specific performance improvement initiatives.
• Completes timely documentation in the EMR in accordance with policy and procedure.
• Demonstrates ability to safely operate emergency vehicles at all times.
• Practices according to Indiana State EMS guidelines and regulations, applicable standards and regulatory guidelines.
• Completes ambulance checks on every shift as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Technical School Completion of EMT Course required
• Technical School EMT Advanced course preferred
• 0-1 years Clinical experience in a hospital settiing required
• 0-1 years Emergecy medicine experince preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong interpersonal and team skills
• Medical terminology.
• Ability to analyze and improve patient flow and operational processes.
• Knowledge of patient care charts and patient histories.
• Knowledge of laboratory and quality control procedures.
• Ability to conduct comprehensive health assessments
• Works well in a team-based environment.
• Ability to handle stressful situations and interact with others.

Licenses and Certifications

• Drivers License - MDOT Medical Physical State drivers license required
• EMT - Emergency Medical Tech Certification EMT- Certification required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support required

State Specific Requirements

• Indiana: IDHS EMT Certification