Emergency Medical Technician

General Statement of Duties

This position is responsible for providing emergency medical services at a Basic Life Support level. EMT's must have a thorough knowledge of emergency medical conditions, techniques and procedures, and have good social skills.

A Full time EMT is a 36 hour per week position responsible for responding and providing emergency medical care to citizens of Simsbury and surrounding communities. All Full-time EMT's must be available to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays. An EMT is expected to follow all Simsbury Volunteer Ambulance Association (SVAA), local, state and federal policies, procedures and laws. An EMT will conduct themselves in a professional manner when interacting with members of the community, other agencies, hospitals and colleagues. An EMT is expected to work a schedule involving days, evenings, overnights, holidays and weekends

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Actively participates in the safe delivery of patient care and maintains a safe environment for all patients, using basic life support (BLS) scope of practice
• Administers medical treatment in a caring and compassionate manner, according to the Simsbury Volunteer Ambulance Association (SVAA) policies, procedures and established standards of care, thus promoting positive public relations for the Town and the EMS profession.
• Demonstrates flexibility, as patient needs change and the ability to communicate the need for additional assistance when necessary
• Seeks direction from other healthcare team members, when necessary, in order to clarify a patient's need or condition
• An EMT will operate within their state and regional protocols.
• Assumes roles of patient advocate & provides for the patient/family needs for psychological, emotional or spiritual support in an empathetic manner
• Maintains confidentiality of all patients, employees, corporate records, and patient records in accordance with current HIPAA guidelines
• Safely operates and assists in the maintenance of SVAA vehicles as required
• Performs daily vehicle check and cleans both the inside and outside of assigned unit on a daily basis, including replenishing medical equipment and supplies as needed. Ensures the proper working of their equipment/vehicle, and reports failures promptly
• Perform daily chores, including but limited cleaning bathrooms, floors, kitchen, bays and common area.
• Responds to all requests for service in an optimal manner and the priority of response when directed by the dispatch center
• Produces accurate and complete documentation on all calls in a timely manner, per policy.
• Is receptive to SVAA and Medical Control feedback regarding treatment of patients and follows their judgment
• Is able to communicate all pertinent patient information to medical personnel directly involved with patient care in compliance with local protocols and in accordance with Department of Public Services and HIPAA Guidelines
• Works with colleagues and other agencies in a spirit of teamwork, professionalism and goal attainment.
• Assists in the orientation of new employees and ongoing field training activities
• Demonstrates personal commitment to the SVAA Mission Statement through active involvement in clinical care, community outreach and the performance improvement (CQA/CQI) process
• Demonstrates safe work practices and attitudes, follows safety rules, works to prevent unsafe conditions and behaviors, and participates in organizational safety programs.
• Participate in community programs to maintain SVAA image and establish strong community relations
• Attends available workshops and seminars to enhance clinical skills, mandatory in-service education & staff meetings
• Maintain all required licenses, certifications and medical control in order to meet requirements of the job.
• Carries out other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements

• Work is delivered in all conditions including severe and extreme weather
• Work involves exposure to infectious disease, bodily fluids, blood or tissue
• Must be able to successfully pass a Physician Screening Assessment
• Aptitudes required for work of this nature are good physical stamina, endurance, and body condition that would not be adversely affected by frequently having to walk, stand, lift, carry, and balance at times
• Must be able to lift, drag, hoist, and carry different types of equipment and other objects up to 100lbs

Knowledge, Skill & Ability

• Must have a high level of demonstrable proficiency as an EMT.
• Working knowledge of computers and office equipment.
• Possess clinical literacy.
• Comprehensive knowledge of HIPAA compliance.
• Must possess excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• Demonstrate experience in interacting collaboratively with multiple agencies and/or authorities.
• Must possess excellent problem-solving skills.
• General familiarity with Federal and State laws and regulation pertaining to OEMS.
• Must possess the ability to provide patient care independently on medical calls.

Experience & Training

• Must be 21 years of age.
• High School Diploma or GED
• CT State Certified EMT, minimum 1 year field experience
• Driver’s license in good standing
• Current AHA CPR certification
• NIMS 100, 200, 700

In your resume, please provide the following information:

• Drivers License: Issuing State, license number, expiration date
• CT EMT certification: Certification number, expiration date
• CPR certification: ecard number, expiration date

Benefits:

As an SVAA employee, you will be eligible for health/life/disability/dental/vision insurance coverage supplied per company policy and at no cost to the Employee. Employees may opt to include family members on their policy and the Employee will be responsible for that additional premium. There is a waiting period, which is 60 days. After one year of full time employment, you will be able to participate in the 401K.

Application Process:

Applications for this position will be accepted until February 15, 2025. All candidates must complete an interview, background check, and health screening. Those who successfully pass all stages of the application process will be ranked and placed on a hiring list. The top two candidates will be offered full-time employment, while the remaining applicants will remain on the hiring list, which will remain in effect through December 31, 2025.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 36 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Uniform allowance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Night shift
• Overnight shift
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22