Emergency Medical Technician - Shifts Vary

Thank you for your interest in becoming part of the Oaklawn Team. We have an extraordinary legacy. We are a family with strong core values, providing a new level of excitement for our guests and Team Members as we aspire to be Arkansas' Employer of Choice.

We are currently seeking a talented individual to become part of our EMS team. An individual could be successful if they possess the following.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides BLS Service Medical treatments and interventions for our Guest and Team Members, by providing complete medical and trauma evaluations and assessments, treatments and stabilization of critically ill or injured; Initiating transport and Advanced Life Support intercept; Responds to medical and emergency rescue situations involving potential loss of life or bodily injury; maintains control of scene, manages and directs patient care of pre hospital emergencies per Company Medical Protocols and policies in accordance with Stated and Federal Laws. While maintaining Oaklawn’s Core Values and Standards of Behavior. Performs other duties as required.

• Recognizes and understands a medical emergency and makes reasonable and acceptable diagnosis.
• Performs Physical examinations.
• Understands and anticipates Potentially life treating Presentations of medical illness or traumatic injuries and institutes appropriate emergency therapy per proper protocols.
• Deals with Medical and emotional needs or Patients of illness or injury with goal of reducing morbidity or mortality.
• Responsible of quality patient care as established by Company and Protocols
• Completes Documentation in accordance with Company and Department policies to insure proper Patient Care report documentation. Report completed and transmitted to all required personnel.
• Follows written Standard Protocols unless otherwise directed by medical control.
• Always Operates Emergency Vehicles in safe manner and with due regards to safety of Crew and others
• Cleans, maintains, and restocks equipment daily.
• Accurately maintains Guest and Team member medical records in accordance with HIPPA and other privacy regulations and standards.
• Complies with all policies and procedures established by OCJ, and State and Federal Regulations.
• Maintains and attitude & Philosophy consistent with Oaklawn Core Values and Standards of Behavior with internal and external Guest.
• Monitors for and promptly reports safety hazards or concerns.
• Promptly and professionally respond to calls
• Maintains strict confidentiality of Team Members Guest.
• Working Knowledge of variety of communication devices
• Ability to multitask while maintaining clam and professional
• Ability to quickly adapt to changing situations
• Possess quality of leadership and ethical, moral and positive behavior.
• Superior Guest service and interpersonal skills
• Must be able to work independently as well as on a team
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Highly organized and detail driven
• Knowledge of Gaming Commission policies procedures guidelines and reporting.
• Strong Computer skills
• Ability to read write and communicate effectively in English.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS  

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be at least 21 years of age.

• Must be 21 years of age
• Must have High School diploma Or GED equivalent
• Maintain Professional appearance and good hygiene.
• Must have and maintain at minimum:
  • EMT/EMT-B Arkansas state licensure
  • CPR for Health care provider
• Good Ability to:
  • Perform technical medical skills with a high degree of accuracy.
  • Understand and effectively deal with patients, guests and family members in a professional compassionate manner, while patients are involved in varying degrees of illness, injury or psychological emergencies.
  • Maintain an objective and professional approach to the care of all Patents.
  • Respectfully direct and request assistance of others on scene.
  • Understand and follow oral and written communication and orders.
  • Maintain a professional attitude when representing the company.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, assisting agencies, and the General public.
  • Operate emergency vehicles with safety and with due regards to the safety of others
  • Proficiently complete patient care reports with proper narrative and accurate data.
  • Ability to remain calm and defuse hostile intoxicated or upset individuals in a professional calm manner 
• Flexible to work all shifts including holidays, nights, weekends and overtime as business dictates.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES                                                     

This job does not have supervisory responsibilities.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and interpret documents in English, such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to read and communicate verbally in English. Written communication skills in in English may also be required.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Employee must be able to qualify for licenses and permits required by federal, state and local regulations.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and have an acceptable driving history as determined by Oaklawn Jockey Club.

OAKLAWN IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

It is Oaklawn's intent to provide a drug-free, healthy, safe and secure environment for our Team Members. All applicants must complete a pre-employment drug screen and background check.