EMT - Ground Transport - Full Time Day -Camden - New Jersey, United States - Inspira Health Network

    Inspira Health Network
    Inspira Health Network New Jersey, United States

    Found in: Talent US C2 - 2 weeks ago

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    MAJOR FUNCTION :

    The Department of Emergency Medical Services Emergency Medical Technician (DEMS/EMT) provides prehospital care and/or transport to individuals of sudden illness or injury in the designated service and hospitals areas of the DEMS system. The DEMS/EMT will provide inter-facility transport to those individuals needing movement between healthcare facilities as directed. The DEMS/EMT will provide appropriate mutual aid assistance when requested by adjacent services when appropriate.

    The EMT demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to patients of all ages, inclusive of neonates, infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics. Additionally, the EMT demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possesses the ability to access data reflective of the patient's status, and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirement relative to his or her age-specific needs.

    QUALIFICATIONS :

    Education & Experience:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required.
  • Preference will be given to those with prior work experience.

    • Certification/Licensure:

  • The employee will be a certified Emergency Medical Technician as recognized by the New Jersey State Department of Health, Office of Emergency Medical Services, as defined by . Chapter 40.
  • Additionally, the employee will maintain current certification in Basic Life Support (American Heart Association).
  • Additional certifications (PHTLS and PEEP) are preferred.
  • Must possess a valid driver's license, in good standing.
    • Physical Requirements:
    N: Never O: Occasionally (<20%) F: Frequently (20%-80%) C: Constantly (> 80%) Lifting <20lbs C Standing C Sitting C Lifting 20-50lbs C Climbing C Kneeling C Lifting> 50lbs C Crouching C Reaching C Carrying C Hearing C Walking C Pushing C Talking C Vision C Environmental Conditions: Noise C Varied Temperatures C Cleaning Agents O Noxious odors F Patient Exposure C Operative Equipment O