What are the responsibilities and job description for the Emergency Medical Technician- Basic position at Western Turnpike Rescue Squad?
Purpose :
Provide a guide for those who are interested in understanding what qualifications, competencies and tasks are expected of the Emergency Medical Technician-Basic
Qualifications :
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- Must have a valid minimum New York State Class D Driver's License for a minimum of three years and an acceptable driving record.
- Must have a valid New York State Certification for an Emergency Medical Technician for at least one year and have served as a provider in an active EMS system.
- Must have a valid ARC or AHA CPR certification.
- Must maintain valid certifications and Driver's License for duration of employment
- Ability to communicate effectively via telephone and radio equipment
- Ability to lift, carry and balance up to 125 pounds (250 pounds with assistance)
- Ability to interpret oral, written and diagnostic form instructions
- Ability to use good judgment and remain calm in high stress situations
- Ability to be unaffected by loud noises and flashing lights
- Ability to function efficiently without interruption throughout an entire work shift
- Ability to calculate weight and volume ratios
- Ability to read English language, manuals and road maps
- Ability to accurately discern street signs and addresses
- Ability to interview patients, patient family members and bystanders
- Ability to document, in writing, all relevant information in prescribed format in light of legal ramifications of such
- Ability to converse, in English, with coworkers and hospital staff with regard to the status of the patient
- Possesses good manual dexterity with ability to perform all tasks related to the highest quality patient care
- Ability to bend, stoop and crawl on uneven terrain
- Ability to withstand varied environmental conditions such as extreme heat, cold and moisture
- Ability to work in low light situations and confined spaces
- Ability to work with other providers to make appropriate patient care decisions
Competency Areas :
Must demonstrate competency is assessment of a patient, handling emergencies using Basic Life Support equipment and techniques. Must be able to perform CPR, control bleeding, provide non- invasive treatment of hypoperfusion, stabilize / immobilize injured bones and the spine, manage environmental emergencies and emergency childbirth. Must be able to use a semi-automatic defibrillator. Must be able to assist patients with self-administration or administer emergency medications as described in state and local protocol.
Description of Tasks :