Job Description

ACCOUNTABILITY: The EMT-B is qualified in basic prehospital emergency care and services by a competency-based educational program of clinical, didactic, and practice. The EMT-B is licensed to operate an emergency vehicle and provides prehospital basic life support (BLS). The standard of practice of the EMT-B shall be in accordance with the most current edition of the US DOT \xe2\x80\x9cEmergency Medical Technician: National Standard Curriculum\xe2\x80\x9d, as modified by the NYS DOH and NYC REMAC.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES: * Conducts a careful examination of the patient for signs and symptoms of illness/injury and assists other medical personnel as necessary.

• Provides prompt and efficient care of the patient and stabilization of their condition prior to transport.
• Provides careful handling of the patient in moving them to the ambulance.
• Provides safe and efficient transport of the patient while constantly monitoring the patient and providing any appropriate continuing care.
• Provides orderly transfer of the patient at destination.
• Upon arrival at destination with patient, responsible for preparing all BLS supplies and equipment to place the unit back in service.
• In the absence of other qualified personnel, controls the accident scene, in such a way as to minimize further danger as well as controlling the actions of bystanders.
• Obtains information regarding the emergency from dispatch, communicates with other emergency personnel as needed, and alerting hospital emergency department staff of the arrival of patients.
• Obtains and records information as well as those required by medical, legal, and health authorities. Is responsible for documenting diagnosis/illness categories and completion of all patient care related documents.
• Makes daily checks of the vehicle equipment and systems, and completes manifest; responsible for competent operation of all equipment and systems.
• Reports and relays needed repairs to supervisor.
• Responsible for maintaining NYS DOH certification.
• Administers basic pre-hospital care within the limits of certification and in accordance with approved protocols.
• Attends training as scheduled.
• Does not use professional knowledge and skills in any enterprise detrimental to the company or to the public well-being.
• Respects and holds in confidence all information obtained in the course of professional work unless required by law to divulge such information.
• Responsible for upholding standards of practice and education.
• Adheres to standards of personal ethics, on and off duty, which reflect credit upon the profession.
• Protects the public by not delegating to persons less qualified, any service which requires the professional competence of an EMT-B.
• Refuses to participate in unethical procedures, and assumes the responsibility to expose incompetence or unethical conduct of other to the appropriate authority in a proper and professional manner.
• Performs other duties as required by respective supervisor.

PHYSICAL STRENGTH REQUIRED: * Must be able to lift a minimum of 250 pounds with assistance from one other qualified individual.

• Must be able to lift and move a 50-75 lb. ambulance stretcher with the help of one qualified individual.
• Must be able to lift a 175 lb. patient (in various positions, i.e., while lying on the floor, the bed, in an automobile, etc.) with the help of one qualified individual onto a stretcher.
• Meet minimum requirements of SCEMS Physical and Physical Assessment Test.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

• Must be adaptive to work in all types of weather conditions, including, but not limited to, rain, snow, heat, etc.
• Due to the uncontrolled environment in which the EMT-B works, he/she may be subjected to predisposing themselves to be at risk for:

A. bodily harm
B. exposure to bloodborne pathogens and other potentially infectious materials (OPIM).

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: * Able to drive in normal and adverse conditions.

• Skillful in thinking and acting quickly in stressful situations.
• Able to function around seriously ill or injured people in a responsible manner.
• Able to maintain harmonious relationships with fellow crew members, public safety personnel, and the general public under stressful situations.
• Good knowledge of common physical illnesses, obvious symptoms, and appropriate medical terminology.
• Skillful in the application of BLS emergency care procedures and in the use of all equipment maintained on ambulances.
• Skilled in use of locator aids to find specific locations (maps, directories, etc.).
• Has full knowledge of rules of the road for emergency and non-emergency situations.
• Able to drive in accordance with SeniorCare safety standards. Passes all driver examinations, written, and road tests.
• Avoids driving infractions, on and off duty, in accordance with Company and insurance guidelines.
• Conducts themselves in a professional manner while on duty and avoids inappropriate conduct, on and off duty, that may adversely affect the reputation of SCEMS.
• Able to express self effectively to both medical and lay personnel orally and written in the English language.
• Able to deal sympathetically with patients and others.
• Reflects the standards of professionalism in appearance with neatness and cleanliness.
• Has good working knowledge of all company policies pertaining to this position.
• Complete knowledge of protocols and their applications.
• Is physically fit. Meets all physical requirements for this position.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS: * Has no physical disability which would prohibit the lifting and carrying of heavy weight.

• Has quick reflexes and superior safe driving ability.
• Has no established medical history or any other medical condition which may interfere with their ability to control and operate a motor vehicle or provide patient care.
• Must be currently NYS DOH certified EMT-B.
• Must possess a valid driver\xe2\x80\x99s license.
• Current BCLS certification from AHA.

TITLE: EMT- B
ORGANIZATION: Operations
EXEMPTION STATUS: Non-Exempt
SUPERVISED BY: Field Supervisor, Operations Manager

BASE SALARY RANGE: $18.00 - $21.00 / hour (Commensurate with experience)

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