Description

***We are now offering 24-hour shifts in addition to 10 and 11 hours shifts. Our CHOC Childrens division works 12 hour shifts.***

****We recently increased our EMT hourly rate which will be discussed during the hiring process.****

Lynch EMS is seeking qualified candidates for FULL TIME or PART TIME EMT positions. Experience is not required.If you're hard-working and dedicated, LynchEMS is an excellent company for you. You'll be glad you applied to work here.We offer flexible scheduling to work with your school schedules!!!

If you are interested in applying, please go to our website and fill out an application. YOU MUST APPLY THROUGH OUR WEBSITE.

Website:www.lynch-ems.com

BENEFITS:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Aflac
• Competitive pay (daily overtime after 8 hours)
• Advancement Opportunities:
  • ALS-EMT: Work alongside Paramedics
  • CHOC EMT: Work directly with and at CHOC Children's
  • Field Training Officer
• Flexible scheduling
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay

PRIMARY FUNCTION:Under the direction of the Operations Manager and Operations Department supervisory staff, the Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) will perform duties associated with providing rescue services, emergency and non-emergency medical care to the sick and injured, in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations and Lynch EMS policies and procedures.

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS:The EMT must have interpersonal abilities sufficient to interact with individuals, families, groups, public safety personnel and other health care providers from a variety of social, emotional, cultural, and intellectual backgrounds consistent with the Core Values and Mission Statement of Lynch EMS.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent;
• Current California Driver’s License;
• Current California EMT certification;
• Current CPR certification that is recognized by and meets requirements set forth by local EMS agencies;
• Able to obtain CA DMV Ambulance Drivers Certificate within 30 days of employment;
• Able to obtain OCEMS EMT Ambulance Driver/Attendant License within 30 days of employment;
• Current Medical Examiners Certificate (MCSA-5876);
• DMV driving record meeting requirements set forth by insurance carrier.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Unimpaired Mobility: Must be able to respond quickly to ambulance calls, must physically be able to access patients located in difficult terrain and dangerous environments and locations, must be able to climb stairs and other structures, must be able to work in close and dangerous environments, such as without limitation, damaged vehicles and structures on fire, must be able to carry heavy equipment and patients.
• Physical Abilities: Must be able to perform strenuous physical requirements including without limitation lifting and moving of heavy equipment and patients in a variety of environmental and dangerous conditions, perform CPR and other lifesaving maneuvers. Water rescues may require the ability to swim at basic survival levels, and other exhausting demands in emergent situations.
• Fine Motor Skills: Must be able to perform required medical skills and techniques, without limitations bandaging, splinting and establishing an IV, perform endotracheal intubation and other advanced airway techniques, manual defibrillation, pleural decompression.
• Vision: Must have correctable vision that permits the safe operation of emergency vehicles, the reading of gauges, fine print and figures associated with emergent medical care and treatment, and color acuity to differentiate varying colors that may be necessary in providing emergency care and treatment.
• Hearing: Must be able to obtain information provided by patients, family members, bystanders, medical professionals and other emergency personnel; and adequate hearing necessary to provide emergency care and treatment in active, distracting environments.
• Speech: Must be able to speak and enunciate clearly and at a level audible to others in loud conditions. Must be able to verbally communicate in stressful and distracting environments with patients, family members, medical professionals and other emergency personnel.