What are the responsibilities and job description for the Emergency Medical Technician position at Medstar Ambulance?
Job Definition
Emergency Medical Technicians, often referred to as EMTs, render care of injured or sick patients in emergency and non- emergency situations in a pre-hospital. This job requires the ability to act quickly and efficiently, as sometimes the patient may be in a critical situation. EMTs respond to emergency calls and and non- emergency to transport patients to medical facilities in addition to performing Basic Life Support Care. Evening and weekend work are regularly required due to the nature of the role. Those well-suited to becoming an emergency medical technician are calm and friendly with a good understanding of basic medical terminology and procedures, physical strength, and great attention to detail.
Distinguishing Characteristics
The Emergency Medical Technicians render high quality pre-hospital care in Emergent and Non-Emergent situations under the Standard Operating Treatment Guidelines set forth by the Southwestern Illinois EMS System. The Emergency Medical technician must have good interpersonal communication skills interacting with co-workers, other Healthcare personnel, Law Enforcement, Fire departments, and families.
Work Environment (Essential functions)
EMTs work both indoors and outdoors, in all types of weather. They are required to do considerable kneeling, bending, and heavy lifting. EMTs may be required to work in loud and often difficult situations. In addition, EMTs and paramedics may be exposed to diseases such as hepatitis-B and AIDS, as well as violence from drug overdose victims or mentally unstable patients. The work is not only physically strenuous, but also stressful, involving life-or-death situations and suffering patients. Many people find the work exciting and challenging and enjoy the opportunity to help others. Because emergency services function 24 hours a day, EMTs and paramedics have irregular working hours that add to job stress.
Minimum Job Qualifications
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- Minimum Qualifications – All candidates must meet the following requirements:
- At least 19 years of age at the time of hire
- Able to legally work in the United States
- Possess a High School diploma or GED certificate of completion
- Possess a valid State Driver’s License (Driving record from (DMV is preferred)
- Have no felony convictions that prohibit licensure by Illinois Department of Public Health
- Have no factors excluding an EMS provider from providing care on Office Inspector General Exclusions Database.
- Successfully complete all recruitment and selection components including, but not
limited to, skills testing, detailed background investigation, and successfully pass the required post-offer processes: drug screen, baseline physical including vision and hearing exam, and essential physical demand testing
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- Obtain FEMA Independent Study courses IS-100, IS-200, IS-700, and IS-800 (within six months of hire)
- Demonstrated knowledge, skills, and abilities in effective decision-making, interpersonal communications and conflict resolution.
- Certification of National Registry Emergency Medical Technician (preferred not required)
- Licensure with Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services as an Emergency Medical Technician (preferred not required)
- Licensure with Illinois Department of Public Health as an Emergency Medical Technician (Required)
- Must have and maintain American Heart Association CPR Certification Healthcare provider or Instructor (Required)
- Must maintain Continuing Education related to Emergency Medical Technician National Registry Certification (required if you have certification)
- Must maintain Continuing Education related to Emergency Medical Technician Licensure with Illinois Department of Public Health (required)
- Must maintain Continuing Education related to Emergency Medical Technician Licensure with Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (required if you have licensure)
- Certification in ITLS or PHTLS (preferred not required)
- Certification in CEVO, EVOC or FSVO (preferred not required)
- Emergency Medical Technicians must remain in good standing with the Southwestern Illinois EMS System. Failure to comply with any directives or requirements set forth by the Southwestern Illinois EMS system can result in suspension or revocation of licensure.
