Job Summary

The EMT is responsible for all aspects of patient care in the out of hospital setting, within the scope of certification as determined by the NYS DOH.

Responsibilities

• Assure ambulance clean & stocked by inspection & completion of pre run check

• Determine type of response required based on dispatch information and weather conditions
• Determine nature & extent of illness &/or injury, and render appropriate emergency care per training, based on NYS BLS & AAREMS Protocols
• Direct & assist crew with patient handling, treatment, lifting, carrying & transport
• Determine need for additional assistance &/or specialty services & request same
• Report patient assessment & care both verbally & documented in PCR
• Secures appropriate patient information & renders care according to written Physician Orders during inter-facility transfers
• Utilize proper radio procedures per county & department policy
• Monitor patient throughout contact
• Assure ambulance response ready post runs
• Integrate with other agencies when necessary
• Adhere to department & hospital Policies & Procedures & Infection Control Program
• Maintain professional conduct & courteous interaction with patients, family/bystanders, other agency personnel, crew members & hospital staff
• Other duties/tasks as assigned

Qualification/Requirements

EXPERIENCE

Preferred but not required

EDUCATION

High school graduate or equivalent preferred

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

NYS EMT certification; current CPR card; valid & clean NYS driver’s license; EVOC or equivalent preferred