Emergency Medical Technician - Columbus, United States - Polk County Local Government, NC

Polk County Local Government, NC Columbus, United States

3 weeks ago

Description

Salary : $39,936.00 Annually

Location : Columbus

Job Type: Full-Time Regular

Job Number:

Department: EMS (Emergency Medical Services)

Opening Date: 01/01/2024

Closing Date: 12/31/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

Description

General Statement of Duties

Responds to medical and traumatic emergencies along with responding to select hospitals, clinics, and nursing homes to provide inter-facility transfers. Provides emergency medical care at the scene, en route to the hospital and during transportation from facility-to-facility. Provides emergency medical care as appropriate to the practice of an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT). Delivers the patient to the nearest most appropriate medical facility. Adheres to local, regional, and state guidelines regarding patient care. Performs basic life support procedures, based upon certification level. Performs other duties related to emergency and non-emergency medical care and development of the emergency medical system and Polk County EMS.

Examples of Duties

Essential Duties and Tasks

Demonstrates and ensures knowledge, understanding and compliance of Polk County EMS policies and procedures.
Ensures that the vehicle and equipment is ready for use at the beginning of the shift and after every call. This includes: appropriate cleaning and disinfecting of the interior and exterior of the vehicle; appropriate cleaning and disinfecting of equipment; inspecting; restocking, and completing daily checklists of the vehicle and equipment; and performing routine maintenance.
Performs daily inspections of their base and/or station for cleanliness. Then performs the appropriate housekeeping duties to ensure their living quarters are clean, free from clutter and sanitary at all times.
Responds to emergencies and non-emergencies using appropriate care and caution in accordance with North Carolina law, EMS regulations, Polk County EMS policy, and the principles of safe emergency vehicle operation. As per Polk County EMS policy always wears their seat belt when in cab and vehicle is in motion.
Renders emergency and non-emergency medical care in accordance with the rules, regulations, protocols, policies, and procedures of Polk County ESM, the State of North Carolina, and the Regional Office of NCOEMS, consistent with good judgment and the provision of high quality medical care. Appropriately and safely delivers the patient to the nearest most appropriate medical facility.
Works with ALS personnel in a professional manner and works at their skill level in accordance to NCOEMS and Polk County EMS policies. Maintain good relations between our own ALS services, as well as outside services.
Acts at all times in the best interests of high quality patient care, in the best interest of the patient, and in such a manner to reflect credibly on Polk County EMS, and the professional reputation of the EMT.
Acts at all times with his/her personal safety in mind, as well as the safety of his/her partner, the patient, other EMS personnel, bystanders, and any other public safety personnel present.
Accompanies BLS patients to their destination, continuing to provide appropriate care and patient advocacy until the responsibility for the patient has been transferred to an appropriate medical professional and a report has been given.
Co-signs all patient care forms for completeness as directed.
Completes all appropriate documentation and record keeping for every assignment in a timely manner.
Obtains complete billing information for all clients transported.
Adheres to Universal Precautions/Body Substance Isolation when dealing with patient contacts. Is familiar with and practices the Infection Control policies and procedures of Pol County EMS.
When necessary and appropriate, acts as a team leader in dealing with emergency and non-emergency situations, directing and supervising other members of the emergency medical care team.
Performs duties related to public relations and community education programs sponsored by Polk County EMS.
Performs duties related to the continuing improvement and development of Polk County EMS, and the local EMS system.
Accepts responsibility for recertification as an EMT by NCOEMS. Completes appropriate continuing education courses in a timely fashion along with biannual recertification in BLS/CPR.
Provides Polk County EMS with a current copy of their EMT certification, CPR card, and Motor Vehicle Driver's License. Completes training in all local, state, and federal mandates.
Reports to assigned shifts in proper uniform and on time unless the proper notification has been made. Remains on-duty and in proper uniform until properly relieved.
Acts as an EMT preceptor when called upon by management to train or retrain fellow employees.
Allows and is willing to accommodate third riders for orientation and/or educational purposes. Completes all documentation on behalf of student interns.
Performs other duties as directed by management.
At all times sets an example of professionalism and leadership for others to follow. Places patient care excellence and safety above all else.

Additional Job Duties

Performs other duties as required.

Supplemental Information

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

High degree of personal integrity and responsibility.
Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision, using good judgment and common sense with a thorough understanding of the principles of emergency medical care at the paramedic level.
Ability to work efficiently and interact in a constructive and professional manner with other employees, a partner, public safety personnel, medical staff, and other emergency medical service members.
Ability to interact effectively and professionally with patients, customers, clients, family members, bystanders, and the general public in such a manner as to reflect credibly on Polk County EMS
Demonstrates a level of skill and ability consistent with the provision of high-quality patient care.
The ability to perform effectively as team leader in patient care situations.
The ability to perform effectively in carrying out public relations and community education functions and the ability to deal effectively with members of the medical community and general public.

Typical Qualifications

Minimum Requirements and Education

Currently credentialed as an EMT by North Carolina Office of Emergency Medical Services.
Current certification in CPR.
Current Motor Vehicle Operator's License.
Successful pre-employment drug screen.
Successful criminal background check.

We offer a complete benefits package to Full-time regular (FTR) employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, employee assistance plan, referral program, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

Part-time regular (PTR) employees who work an average of 20 hours per week over the course of a year, receive benefits on a pro-rated basis.

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