Job Description
The Emergency Medical Technician assists the physicians, providers, and / or registered nurses for care of the patient in the Emergency Department.
This position is responsible for responding to requests by the nursing staff or physician staff to assist with BLS interventions and to assist with emergency care within the department according to protocols and polices approved by the hospital and emergency department medical director, and hospital policy.
Responsibilities
What you will do
Demonstrates the skills and judgment necessary to provide direct care to patients under the direct supervision of licensed nurses.
These skills may be amended or qualified in the Essential Functions Unit Specific section.
- Maintains current knowledge / certification and applicable licensure. Pursues professional growth and development.
- Assist in other duties as assigned to support the operational needs of the department and organization.
Qualifications
Minimum Education
- Technical Diploma / Certificate Emergency Medical Technician Required or
- Technical Diploma / Certificate Paramedic Required
Minimum Work Experience
1-3 years EMT related experience Preferred
Licenses and Certifications
- BLS for Healthcare Providers (BLS) American Heart Association Upon Hire Required
- CPI within 1 Year Required
- Emergency Medical Technician Licensed State of Florida Upon Hire Required or
- Paramedic Licensed State of Florida Upon Hire Required
Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
- Talking to others to convey information effectively.
- Strong interpersonal and team skills
- Ability to communicate effectively across multiple departments
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Knowledge of patient care charts and patient histories.
- Medical terminology.
- Computer skills.
About Us
Baptist Health Care is a not-for-profit health care system committed to improving the quality of life for people and communities in northwest Florida and south Alabama.
The organization includes three hospitals, four medical parks, Andrews Institute for Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine, and an extensive primary and specialty care provider network.
With more than 4,000 team members, Baptist Health Care is one of the largest non-governmental employers in northwest Florida.
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