Prn Emt-Basic Jobs

FT/PT/PRN EMT-BASIC
Working Title: FT/PT/PRN EMT-Basic
Approved By: SVH EMS Director
Created Date: 01/01/2021
Revised Date: 11/10/2021
Salary Range: FT Annualized: $43,264 - $49,920
Schedule: 48/96 Shift Schedule
Exemption Status: FLSA Non-Exempt.
Benefits: FT/PT Only: Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Sick Leave, Matching 403(b), Health/Dental/Vision Insurance, Life Insurance,
Tuition Reimbursement, REACH Air Ambulance
POSITION SUMMARY
The EMT-Basic position is responsible for providing pre-hospital emergency medical care and ambulance transportation of persons who are ill or injured as authorized and directed by a physician. This position is responsible for the operation, general maintenance, and maintaining the operational readiness of emergency medical response vehicles. This position is additionally responsible for providing appropriate medical care within St. Vincent Health Emergency Department to emergency room patients as directed by the emergency department team. This care is provided in accordance with accepted medical standards of care, medical protocols, training, and is under the direction of physicians working within St. Vincent Health Emergency Department. Must be at least 21 years old to apply.
MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.

MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum one (1) year experience as EMT-Basic within an E-911 emergency medical response and transport agency.
• Must be at least 21 years old to apply.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

• Colorado Emergency Medical Technician - Basic certification required.
• Valid Colorado Driver's License, or ability to obtain within ninety (90) days of hire.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers required.
• National Registry Emergency Medical Technician - Basic certification required.

OTHER SKILLS

• Excellent clinical judgment and decision making skills.
• Excellent mathematical skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

POSITION DUTIES (ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS) % OF TIME
EMT-Basic

• Attends seminars in order to remain current with industry changes.
• Applies information learned during informative learning sessions and effectively teaches other pertinent information.
• Promotes St. Vincent Hospital's mission and follows hospital policy and procedures as they relate to the duties and responsibilities of the position. Demonstrates a positive, supportive attitude for safety, patient care and Ambulance Services quality.
• Maintains ambulances, Emergency Department, garage and equipment in a condition of cleanliness and readiness.
• Provides assistance to the Emergency Department staff regarding clinical care and administrative activities.
• Maintains confidentiality in all health information matters.
• Observes, records and reports patient's condition and reaction to drugs, treatments, and significant incidents.
• Remains current with industry changes and information.
• Promotes good relationships with other hospital departments in order to achieve optimal working conditions. Demonstrates flexibility and willingly accepts responsibility, notifying supervisor when additional work can be assumed.
• Drives the ambulance and/or transports sick and injured patients to and from scenes and treatment centers in a manner appropriate to dispatch direction and to patient condition, at all times considering due regard for the safety of self and others.
• Assess nature and extent of illness or injury and prioritize medical procedures to be followed. Renders basic life support procedures to patients in a variety of settings consistent with state and local operating protocols.
• Promotes own professional growth and demonstrates professional conduct in regards to Ambulance Services operation.
• Works under the direction of a physician and/or paramedic partner.
• Receives, evaluates and discusses suggestions and constructive criticism in a professional manner.
• Participates in CQI and Department Meetings. Demonstrates a commitment to continuous quality improvement (CQI) as evidenced by actively participating in ongoing education and projects with daily practice and use of CQI techniques and philosophies.
• Performs drug calculations and administers injections of medications. Inflates pneumatic anti-shock garments to improve blood circulation.
• Participates in community educational events as may be scheduled by the St. Vincent Health Ambulance Service.
• Documents/completes all charting prior to end of shift; including appropriate charges per Department Policy as may be established from time to time.
• Administers initial treatment at emergency scenes and takes and records patient's vital signs. Assists in extricating trapped victims.
• Communicates verbally and in writing with patients, physicians, other personnel and the general public. Communication may occur via radio, telephone and/or computer terminal.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Restore and stabilize heart rhythm on patients without a pulse, non-breathing patients, using an Automated External Defibrillator.
• Provides assistance to the Med/Surg Department staff regarding clinical care and administrative activities as needed.
• Initiates intravenous fluids to administer medications or to replace fluids. Opens airways and ventilates patients.

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• This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES AND ANNUAL REQUIREMENTS
AS REQUIRED FOR THE JOB:

• HEP B VACCINE RECOMMENDED
• Annual HOSPITAL & JOB SPECIFIC Skills Competencies
• COVID VACCINE
• INFLUENZA VACCINE
• Annual CONTINUING Education

POSITION (MINIMUM) REQUIREMENT CHECKLIST
Position Title: EMT-BASIC
OTHER SKILLS

• Grammar/Spelling
• Organizational
• Customer Relations
• Read/Comprehend written instructions
• Interpersonal
• Verbal
• Other (specify): N/A
• Typing, Clerical Competence
• Computer: EMR, Outlook, Word
• Follow verbal instructions

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Very Heavy Work - (Exert over 100# force occasionally, and/or over 50lbs frequently, and/or over 20# constantly)

Evaluate the requirements and activity percentage in time for this position based on the following:
1 - Not at all (0%), 2 - Occasionally (1-33%), 3 - Frequently (34-66%), 4 - Continuously (67-100%)
3 Climbing
4 Bending
4 Crouching
3 Squatting
3 Crawling
4 Kneeling
4 Balancing
3 Reaching above head
3 Reaching above shoulder
3 Twisting at waist
3 Push/pull
4 Lift/carry
4 Lift from floor level up
4 Lift from waist level up
MENTAL/ EMOTIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Manages stress appropriately
• Works independently
• Work in confined/crowded areas
• Makes decisions under pressure
• Manages anger/fear/hostility/violence of others appropriately
• Handles multiple priorities

HAZARDS

• Exposure to extreme conditions
• Ability to see
• Exposure to high pitched noises
• CRT (Computer monitor)
• Exposure to communicable disease
• Have good manual dexterity
• Exposure to excessive sunlight or works outdoors
• Exposure to blood and/or body fluids
• Exposure to x-ray/Electromagnetic radiation
• Hear alarms/telephones/tape recorder/normal speaking voice
• Exposure to dust/ fumes/gasses
• Have good eye-hand-foot coordination
• Exposure to toxic/ caustic chemicals
• Exposure to electrical shock

Minimum requirements of this position require individual to:

• Distinguish colors
• Sit for varies hour(s) p/day
• Stand for varies hour(s) p/day
• Walk for varies hour(s) p/day

List Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) that may be used in this position:

• Aprons
• Gloves
• Respirator, including N95 or PAPR
• Mask
• Face Shield/Goggles
• Gown

Other (specify): N/A
LIST OTHER PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES NOT PREVIOUSLY LISTED AS A REQUIREMENT:
None, although St. Vincent Health reserves the right to amend, add, or delete any preferred knowledge, skills, or abilities related to this position in its sole discretion and at any time.
LIST OTHER PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES NOT PREVIOUSLY LISTED AS A REQUIREMENT:
None, although St. Vincent Health reserves the right to amend, add, or delete any required knowledge, skills, or abilities related to this position in its sole discretion and at any time.
I have reviewed these job requirements and verify that I can perform all the essential functions of this position.
Employee Signature: __________________________ Date: _________
St. Vincent Health provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, St. Vincent Health complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.