Job Description

General Purpose of Job:

Provides emergency basic life support (BLS) to patients at the scene and during transport to the hospital; assists paramedics in providing advanced life support (ALS). Assists in providing medical care to patients in the Emergency Room.

Essential Duties:

This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Caregivers may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.

• Provides emergency medical care (BLS) to patients at the scene and during transport to the hospital. Duties include physical assessment, bandaging, splinting, airway management, oxygen therapy, CPR, use of AED device, determining vital signs, and providing safe transportation to the hospital.
• Assists paramedics in providing advanced life support (ALS) care, such as IV set-up, 12 lead electrocardiogram, oxygen therapy, resuscitation, defibrillation and drug administration.
• Communicates pertinent patient information, observations and actions to the receiving hospital staff.
• Transports patients to and from various hospitals and facilities as directed.
• Provides emotional support and addresses patient and family concerns as needed.
• Completes required ambulance run documentation, transfer reports and ambulance billings.
• Maintains ambulances; decontaminates interior, cleans equipment, restocks supplies, and monitors maintenance of the vehicle (e.g., fuel levels, tire inspection, etc.).
• Assists with maintaining a clean, neat and safe environment for patients; changes linens, cleans equipment and restocks supplies.
• Attends staff meetings and in-service programs as required.
• Trains and mentors assigned staff and/or ride-a-longs.
• Supports and serves as a role model for our mission, vision, values, and customer service initiatives. Adheres to the organization's policies & procedures, and compliance guidelines.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

General Requirements	* Valid State of Michigan EMT License * Valid State of Michigan driver's license with a safe driving record * Valid CPR/BCLS certification * TCEMCA authorization within 30 days of hire
Education	* Completion of a State of Michigan approved EMT Program
Specialized Knowledge and Skills	* Knowledge of medical terminology and pre-hospital emergency patient care techniques * Written skills necessary to prepare required documentation * Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively communicate with patients, families, emergency personnel, and health care professionals in the exchange of information. The incumbent is also required to handle problem situations in a tactful, courteous and respectful manner * Analytical ability to assess the patient's condition, establish medical priorities, and provide appropriate treatment * Mental ability to appropriately respond to stressful/emergency situations, and deal with the concerns and emotional needs of patients and their families who may be combative at times * Physical ability to kneel/stoop/bend/stand for extended periods of time, assist in lifting/carrying heavy loads of 180 pounds or more, properly utilize the equipment/devices necessary in providing patient care, and to access homes of patients which may not be barrier free * Demonstrates ability to use a keyboard as may be required to perform the essential duties of the job