Advanced EMT

Overview

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

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:(Other duties may be assigned) Assesses nature and extent of illness or injury to establish and prioritize medical procedures to be followed or

    need 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

Behavioral Core Competencies:To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies on a daily basis. Thesefactors will be used to measure an employee’s performance throughout the workday.Administrative:1) Demonstrates proper attendance and punctuality requirement2) Time management and prioritizing – uses time efficiently with existing resources3) Dependability/Reliability - completes tasks on time and accepts responsibility for the best of the organization

5) Maintains standards for safety and security procedures6) Upholds and implements HEMSI policy and procedures of employment7) Pursues training and development opportunities; strives to build knowledge and skills in order to share with the

    organization.

Communication:1) Strong oral communication skills - to comfort and explain procedures to the patient and family members, giveorders, and relay information to others2) Exhibits effective written communication in patient documentation3) Demonstrates teamwork with co-workers and supports organizational success4) Displays confidence in self and others5) Provides excellent customer service6) Exhibits strong interpersonal skill and compassion to offer emotional support in patient care7) Maintains highest standards of professionalism8) Maintains HIPPA guidelines and HEMSI privacy policies concerning confidentiality in dealing with patients,

    patient family members, and others within the community

Cognitive:1) Problem solving – discovers, analyzes, and solves problems to overcome obstacles2) Initiative – identifies opportunities and issues, and proactively acts to follow through on work activities to

    capitalize or resolve them3) Innovative – generates unique ideas for improving work4) Listening – accurately receives information and reciprocates effectively to party received from5) Navigation skills – ability to reach desired destinations and minimize incidents of getting lost in routes6) Exhibits adaptability – can change in demanding work environment when unexpected events happen for thebest environmental fit7) Decision making skills – can make accurate judgments and can weigh significant risks in making critical

    decisions9) Demonstrates attention to detail in patient care reporting

Technical:1) Assesses patient’s condition and assists Paramedic in determining a course of treatment

Qualifications

Qualifications:Hard Skill Requirements:1) Mathematical Skills - Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals2) Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:a. State of Alabama EMSP License as EMT

b. 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 required undergraduate EMT certificate

Soft Skill Requirements:1) Language Skills - Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of

    organization.2) Writing Skills - Ability to legibly write routine reports and correspondence.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:This position requires significant physical strength and dexterity and the ability to function in very adverse environments with exposure to numerous safety risks typically found at emergency scenes, which could include extreme weather conditions, moving mechanical parts and high, precarious places.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.The employee must frequently lift and/or move a minimum of 120 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.At times, may be required to work unscheduled overtime due to unpredictable occurrences including significant weather events.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.