Emergency Vehicle Operator/ EMT Transport - Washington - MedStar Health

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    MedStar Health Washington

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    About this Job:
    General Summary of Position
    Provides basic patient medical care during interfacility ambulance transport. Performs medical procedures under the supervision of a transport paramedic transport nurse or established protocol.

    All associates hired to work in this job area or role require respiratory protection and must successfully complete a company-provided N95 mask fit test.

    The use of a properly fitted N95 mask is a mandatory safety requirement. Exemptions or alternatives to the required N95 mask fit are not permitted. Associates who do not pass the fit test may not be considered for this job.
    Primary Duties and Responsibilities

    Safely and efficiently operates the ground ambulance obeying all driving laws.

    Conducts an inspection of the assigned ambulance at the beginning of each shift to ensure the ambulance is ready and safe for use.

    As part of the programs safety management system provides feedback and participates in program safety initiatives.

    Contributes to the achievement of established department goals and objectives and adheres to department policies procedures quality standards and safety standards.

    Complies with governmental and accreditation regulations.
    Ensures cleanliness and appropriate par levels of supplies in transport vehicle(s).
    Establishes and maintains professional radio communications with MedSTAR and other agencies adhering to appropriate FCC protocols.
    Initiates department standing orders in appropriate patients. Performs basic airway techniques including oxygen therapy. May perform bag-mask ventilation according to established departmental protocols in emergency situations.
    Maintains a safe and therapeutic environment of caring for patients and families. Provides basic patient comfort measures during procedures. When necessary provides environmental support to expedite timely patient admission or transfer. Identifies and acts upon opportunities to improve the environment of care.
    Participates in MedSTAR Transport safety program.
    Participates in meetings and on committees and represents the department and hospital in community outreach efforts.
    Participates in multi-disciplinary quality and service improvement teams.
    Performs other duties as assigned.
    Transports patients to various locations as assigned. Loads and unloads patients medical equipment and passengers from MedStar transportation vehicles.

    May assist in the unloading and transportation of MedSTAR patients from other transportation vehicles through MedSTAR and to assigned rooms as required.

    Minimal Qualifications
    Education
    High School Diploma or GED required
    Successful completion of an approved EMT course. required
    Completion of an approved emergency vehicle driving course prior to release from orientation. required
    Experience
    1-2 years EMT experience preferred
    Licenses and Certifications
    NREMT - National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians-Basic (EMT-B) required
    EMT - Emergency Medical Tech in the District of Columbia within 30 Days required
    EMT - Emergency Medical Tech in Maryland within 30 Days required
    MedSTAR Transport or Mid Atlantic Air Transportation Services affiliation as an EMT prior to release from orientation required
    CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (includes BLS and NRP) for healthcare providers from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross within 90 Days required
    Additional unit/specialty certifications may vary by department or business unit.
    FEMA ICS 100 Course prior to release from orientation required
    FEMA ICS 200 Course FEMA IS-200.c Basic Incident Command systems for Initial Response prior to release from orientation required
    DL - Valid State Driver's License in good standing required

    No more than four points assigned to driver's license and must maintain a satisfactory driving record (no more than four points).

    Completion of approved Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (e.g. CEVO EVOC) prior to release from orientation
    Knowledge Skills and Abilities
    Effective interpersonal skills including verbal and written communication.
    Basic computer skills preferred.
    This position has a hiring range of : USD $ USD $34.49 /Hr.

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