Emergency Medical Technician; EMT

Department:

Status: Part time

Benefits Eligible: No

Hours Per Week: 0

Per diem; variable start time. Must provide a minimum of three shift availability per 2-week pay period.

Pay Range: $21.85 - $32.80

Drives ambulance using safe driving practices and performs neonate, infant, child, adult and geriatric patient care under supervision of Paramedic adhering to EMT field protocols.

Assists RN and/or paramedic with neonate, infant, child, adult and geriatric patient care in Emergency Room.

Assists with the operations of the Emergency Department/Ambulance Service as directed by Charge Nurse/Ambulance Manager.

Communicates pertinent information regarding patient, physician, personnel concerns to the Ambulance Manager.

Maintains cleanliness of equipment and vehicles.

Performs Public Relation activities as directed by Ambulance Manager.

Licensure, Registration and/or Certification

Required:

National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians-Basic (NREMT-Basic) certification issued by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians

OR current EMT licensure in both Wisconsin and Michigan.

Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA).

A valid drivers license issued by the Division of Motor Vehicles

Education Required:

High School Graduate.

Experience

Required:

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Required:

Proficient in the basic care of the ambulance patient.

Must possess and maintain a clean driving record as evidenced with no exclusions listed under insurance contract.

Physical Requirements and

Working Conditions:

Responds within 15 minutes of an ambulance call when on call.

Potential exposure to Latex products, blood borne pathogens, hazardous materials, and communicable diseases.

Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders and twist frequently during work shift.

Must be able to:

lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist.

lift up to 20 lbs. over the head.

carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance.

Must be able to:

push/pull with 30 lbs. of force.

perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.

Must have speech, hearing, & sight for communication during procedures in which incumbents are working side‑by‑side and must have touch and fine motor skill coordination.

Must be able to function in a very limited space, work will be in close proximity to the other health care members they are assisting.

Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

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Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training

• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job

• Incentive pay for select positions

• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs

• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability

• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses

• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave

• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs

• Educational Assistance…