Job Posting for Emergency Medical Technician Full Time at Great Meadows Emergency Medical Service

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Free uniforms
Health insurance
Paid time off
Training & development
Vision insurance

Job Summary

The Full-Time EMT position is an at-will, hourly position, with 36 guaranteed minimum hours per week. This position’s primary responsibility is that of an on-the-ambulance EMT. In addition to covering ambulance duty the Full-Time EMT may have duties and chores around the station, including but not limited to restocking of ambulances, washing and general cleaning duties of the Station assigned, and other duties as assigned by the Chief.

As part of EMT duties the Full-Time EMT is responsible for the provision of pre-hospital patient care in accordance with NJAC 8:40 and NJAC 8:40A and shall be responsible for the safe operation of all GMES and/or contracted vehicles in accordance with current New Jersey motor vehicle code. Position requires thirty-six (36) hours of schedule availability per week.

Responsibilities

Reports to work on time and ready to respond to calls
Checks ambulance and ensures readiness for emergency response
Safely responds to emergency calls for assistance
Ensures the safety of the scene prior to entering
The EMT determines the nature and extent of illness or injury and establishes priority for required emergency care. The EMT renders appropriate emergency medical and/or trauma care
Proper patient packaging and transfer to ambulance
Safely transports patient and crew to receiving facility
Provides verbal report to receiving facility staff
Records the assessment and emergency medical care of the patient at the emergency scene and in transit utilizing written and/or electronic patient care report
Collects medical insurance information from patient or receiving facility
After each call cleans and restocks the ambulance
Performs routine station maintenance according to schedule
Maintains a daily log of all duties performs
Acts in a professional manner and uses good judgment in carrying out all job responsibilities
Follows proper chain of command for conflict resolution
Any other duties as assigned by a supervisor/ line officer

Qualifications

High school graduate or GED
Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age
Minimum of 6 months experience as a certified EMT.
Must have previous experience with electronic patient care reporting systems, particularly EMS Charts
Must possess basic computer skills
Must be able to multitask
Must have a general knowledge of EMS vehicles and associated equipment

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:

Certification by the State of New Jersey (or NJ Office of EMS [NJOEMS]-approved equivalent) as an Emergency Medical Technician
Valid motor vehicle operator’s license that is not under suspension or revocation
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation certification by a NJOEMS-approved accrediting agency
Current NIMS/ICS 100 and 200
Current NIMS IS-700 and I-800
Current PHTLS or approved equivalent program
HAZ-MAT Awareness
Documented completion of Coaching the Emergency Vehicle Operator (CEVO) - Ambulance, Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) or approved equivalent program
Awareness Level training in: Vehicle, Confined Space, and Rope Rescue (Preferred, not required)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Aptitudes required for work of this nature are good physical stamina, endurance, and body condition which would not be adversely affected by lifting, carrying, and balancing at times, patients in excess of 125 pounds (250, with assistance)
Ability to work twelve (12) hour continuous shifts
Motor coordination is necessary for the well-being of the patient, the EMT, and co-worker over uneven terrain

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Able to work weekdays and weekends from 0600-1800 or 0900-2100 on a flexible or scheduled basis
Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid AHA BLS Instructor certification (within six months)
Must be able to read, speak, and write English sufficiently to perform duties
Thorough knowledge of medical and trauma assessments, as well as appropriate BLS treatment protocols
Ability to work effectively with supervisors, co-workers, other emergency service personnel, and hospital staff
Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
Must have 48 hours of weekend availability a month

BENEFITS

Holiday pay as per GMEMS Holiday Policy
Paid Time Off as per GMEMS PTO Policy
Training Opportunities
Supplied Uniforms per GMEMS Uniform Policy

Salary : $19

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