Charlestown EMT B

Job Details

Job Location

Charlestown Base - Charlestown, RI

Salary Range

$22.00 - $28.00 Hourly

Job Shift

Job Category

Health Care

Description

BASIC FUNCTIONS :

• To provide quality BLS Care and transportation to those requiring the services of the company.
• To perform as a trained and caring professional representing the company.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS :

Assigned Base Supervisor

RESPONSIBILITY :

• The EMT is directly responsible to the shift supervisor.
• The primary functional responsibilities include, but are not limited to :
• Read and understand the company's Policy and Procedure Manual.
• Reporting on time and in uniform for their assigned shift in good mental and physical health.
• Maintain appropriate certifications (MA and / or RI) in order to function as an EMT legally.
• Ensure that the assigned vehicle is stocked, serviced, and cleaned as specified in the daily checklist.
• Assure all biomedical equipment is checked, operated and maintained in accordance with manufacturer's standards.
• Perform, with a good attitude, all job tasks assigned by the Base Supervisor or other managerial personnel.
• Maintain the base living quarters (bunkroom, TV room, bathrooms, garage bay, etc.) in clean and sanitary condition.
• Greet all inspection personnel both within the company and State or local officials professionally, courteously and with enthusiasm.

SPECIFIC DUTIES :

• The Duties of the Staff EMT include, but are not necessarily limited to the following :
• Upon receiving vehicle assignment at start of shift, the EMT will do the following during the first 15-20 minutes of shift : complete equipment checklist;
• check fluid levels; visual inspection of lights and exterior; restock equipment and inform Shift Supervisor / Dispatcher of any deficiencies or problems;

sign on the air with dispatch reporting in service and giving vehicle mileage.

• If a call precludes the above, it will be accomplished at the earliest possible time.
• Manage all patients in accordance with standards of care and Statewide Treatment Protocols.
• Have a complete understanding of the Scope of Practice of the EMT-Basic as well as Statewide treatment protocol relative to the State(s) of certification.
• Complete the appropriate documentation on all calls in a legible manner and to the standard expected within the company.
• Carry out all assignments in a timely and professional manner.
• Ensure that the vehicle is appropriately stocked, cleaned (vehicle trash can emptied, stretcher made, suction sterilized, etc.

at completion of shift.

• On the overnight shift, ensure that the bunk room is cleaned, and linen is disposed of properly.
• While on the road, ensure that constant communication contact is maintained between crew and dispatch.
• While on duty, have on your personal all appropriate EMT certifications and driver's license.
• Operate the ambulance in a safe and reasonable manner in accordance with the laws of Due Regard.
• Familiarize yourself with the service area and facilities.
• Maintain professional radio procedures in accordance with the policy and procedures of the company.
• Conduct oneself so as to never endanger a patient or the credibility of the company.
• Service as a Team Member and as such adopt a whatever it takes to get the job done attitude.

Qualifications

• The requirements to maintain employment will include :
• Ability to read, understand and communicate in English.
• Ability to lift and carry 125 pounds.
• Maintain an active Driver's License.
• Maintain all appropriate and mandated credentials as defined by OEMS regulations and the company.
• Maintain appropriate State(s) licensure / certification.
• Employees assigned to dual licensed bases must obtain and maintain dual licensure.
30+ days ago