Advanced EMT

Overview

This position administers life support care to sick and injured persons in pre-hospital setting, in accordance withstatewide Treatment Protocols and HEMSI Medical Control Physicians, as authorized and directed by physician and/orparamedic.

Responsibilities

Assesses nature and extent of illness or injury to establish and prioritize medical procedures to be followed orneed for additional assistance. Works efficiently to restore and stabilize cardiac, pulselessness, non-breathing patients. Administers initial treatment at emergency scene and takes and records patient's vital signs. Remains in good driving status and maintains insurable driving status. Communicates with hospital/TCC personnel by HEMSI approved communication methods. Maintains up to date credentials regarding licensing and protocol changes. Appropriately documents patient care in all HEMSI approved reporting methods. Observes all safety and security procedures for their vehicle and station. Maintains unit in constant state of readiness through supplies and equipment restocking Efficiently cleans and performs minor maintenance to emergency vehicle. Maintains a clean and orderly vehicle and station Assists in direction and coordination of additional personnel on scene, including volunteer responders. Faithfully reports to work and maintains acceptable attendance Provides excellent customer service to patients and family members Meets the HEMSI standard on response times

Qualifications

1) Mathematical Skills - Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using wholenumbers, common fractions, and decimals2) Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:a. State of Alabama EMSP License as EMTb. Healthcare Provider CPR Certificationc. EVOC – once employed/promoted must obtain and maintaind. Valid and current driver’s license3) Education and/or Experience – High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and requiredundergraduate EMT certificate