EMT

157622

Job Description

Transports patients via ambulance. Executes the safe operation of the vehicle and the safe

delivery of patients to their destinations. Provides Basic Life Support as required.

Job Responsibility

• Logs onto computer aided dispatch system w/FDNY within five minutes of
  
  

beginning of shift.Documents any delays with RCC (Div 5) and on the vehicle

checklist.

• Checks vehicle at beginning of tour. Immediately reports any deficiencies to
  
  

management.

• Communicates on radio transmissions to and from dispatcher.Follows local
  
  

guidelines for radio protocol.

• Continuously monitors mobile data terminal and promptly communicates changes
  
  

in signal status.Follows local guidelines for signal compliance.

• Follows local and state protocols for patient care.
• Maintains professional relationships with employees and supervisory personnel of
  
  

local emergency agencies.

• Reports professionally and clearly to hospital staff when transferring care of
  
  

patients.Provides accurate, concise information and answers any and all questions

regarding patient condition to the best of ability.

• Completes ambulance call report (ePCR)( paper or electronic version) in a
  
  

prompt, professional, and legible manner and turns in patient record copy to

designated hospital staff in a timely fashion.

• Completes all other applicable forms, including but not limited to tour recaps,
  
  

ePCR for all jobs assigned, etc in a legible manner by end of shift.

• Checks read and sign book at beginning of each shift.Reviews and signs each
  
  

new communication.

• Maintains and cleans vehicle and equipment when necessary or at the direction
  
  

of SIUH Management.

• Stores and maintains the required Personal Protective Equipment (turnout gear)
  
  

and Helmet provided by the Hospital and immediately reports any damaged or

missing component to EMS Management

• Performs related duties, as required.
  
  

ADA Essential Functions

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Requires frequent lifting, carrying, balancing of up to 125 lbs (250 lbs with
  
  

assistance) up or down stairs, ramps, inclines, and in and out of ambulance

• Requires frequent sitting, standing, occasional stooping, bending, twisting and
  
  

turning

• Requires good manual dexterity and visual acuity to perform essential job functions
  
  

Job Qualification

• High School degree or equivalent, required.
• Current NYS EMT certification
• Current BCLS certification, required.
• Drivers License Valid in New York State required (current and without violations).
• Additional Salary Detail The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).