EMT-B Southeast Georgia Regions
Company: Heartland EMS
Location: Saint Marys
Posted on: June 24, 2022
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Job Description:
Requirements for the position of EMT:MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSAt
least 21 years of age. High School Diploma or equivalent
supplemented by college level course work. EMT-B Certification from
a recognized EMT training program and EMT-Basic Certification from
State of Georgia. Must be insurable by Heartland EMS, Inc. driver's
insurance policy and successfully pass physical examination
including Functional Capacity Exam lifting up to 200 lbs safely
with assistance. Must be willing to work all assigned shifts and
locations. Legible handwriting and ability to use electronic
reporting equipment.PRIMARY FUNCTIONUnder general supervision,
assess injuries and administer basic emergency medical care.
Provide emergency rescue and care to the ill and injured, to
include assessment of illness and/or injury, management of
illness/injury, preparation for transport, transfer of information
and compassionate patient care. Must also operate and maintain
cleanliness of emergency vehicles)(s) and equipment.PRINCIPLE
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESAdminister first-aid treatment and
life-support care to sick or injured persons in pre-hospital
setting.Must have manual, visible and audio-metric acuity to
operate equipment such as EKG's, external defibrillators and
bag-valve mask resuscitators in advanced life-support
environments.Perform or assist in the initial assessment and
management of illness or injury to emergency patients in accordance
with specified protocols and procedures.Assess nature and extent of
illness or injury to establish and prioritize medical
procedures.Maintain vehicles and medical and communication
equipment and replenish first-aid equipment and supplies.Observe,
record, and report to physician the patient's condition or injury,
the treatment provided and reactions to drugs and treatment.Perform
emergency diagnostic and treatment procedures, such as stomach
suction, airway management and heart monitoring during ambulance
ride.Coordinate work with other emergency medical team members and
police and fire department personnel.Communicate with dispatchers
and treatment center personnel to provided information about
situation, to arrange reception of victims and to receive
instructions for further treatment.Prepare or assist in the
preparation of patients for transport, ensuring compliance with
emergency medical transport regulations, protocol and
procedures.Lead, guide and/or assist in the training of lower level
techs and/or students as specifically assigned.Follow established
departmental policies, procedures and objectives, continuous
quality improvement objectives, and safety, environmental and/or
infection control standards.Inspect emergency medical equipment to
ensure serviceability and compliance with safety and infection
control regulations and standards.Complete and transfer patient
care information and records as per established procedures. Comfort
and reassure patients and patients' family members.Drive emergency
vehicle (including during stressful situations).Take every
reasonable precaution to maintain security and protection of
sensitive data.Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as
assigned.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIREDAbility to
maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control
standards.Knowledge of and skill in the application of basic
on-site emergency medical protocol and procedures.Records
maintenance skills.Knowledge of the use of emergency medical
transport procedures, facilities, and equipment.Ability to react
calmly and effectively in emergency situations.Knowledge of related
accreditation and certification requirements.Ability to perform
standardized emergency patient care activities within established
protocol.Ability to provide guidance and support to other EMT staff
and/or students.Knowledge of emergency medical equipment
maintenance regulations and policy
standards.LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTSValid & current State
of Georgia Certification as an Emergency Medical Technician.Valid &
current Class C Georgia Drivers License.Valid & Current CPR
card.Pass background checks.In good standing with OIG.Pass drug
screen.
Keywords: Heartland EMS, Jacksonville , EMT-B Southeast Georgia Regions, Healthcare , Saint Marys, Florida
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