What are the responsibilities and job description for the Emergency Medical Technician position at AmbuServe Ambulance?
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Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Ambulance Driver/Attendant
We are accepting applications for full-time and part-time EMT positions assigned to a 4 day work week (10-hour Shifts).
An emergency medical technician (EMT) provides basic medical care and monitoring of patients during transportation to and from hospitals, Skilled Nursing Facilities, or other recognized healthcare facilities. The primary responsibility of the EMT is to respond to emergency and non-emergency requests, provides basic & advanced life support (ALS & BLS) as needed, and transports sick or injured persons to the appropriate medical facility. 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, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/DUTIES:
The EMT may be assigned one or more duties. These duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
· Presents himself/herself in a professional manner and displays a good public image for the employee and AmbuServe Incorporated in accordance with company policy.
· Adheres to the policies and procedures of AmbuServe Incorporated, including the operation’s Standard Operating Procedures and Medical Protocols.
· Participates and completes all daily assignments proficiently, punctually and in accordance with the directives of the Operations Supervisor, General Manager and other management team members.
· Completes appropriate documentation in accordance with company policies and procedures.
· Provides an environment and equipment conducive to safety for patients, family members, visitors, and employees, and in compliance with set precautions and approved standards. Assesses risks to patient safety.
· Operates the emergency vehicle in a safe manner at all times.
· Maintains vehicles and stations in a clean and presentable manner at all times. The employee shall strive to exceed AmbuServe’s expectations for cleanliness of the vehicles and stations.
· Responds to instructions from dispatcher and drives specially equipped emergency vehicles to specified locations.
· Develops and strives to achieve personal and professional goals established by the employee. Utilizes all resources available to achieve personal and professional goals.
· Maintains communications equipment, medical equipment and supplies in accordance with applicable standards.
· Providing Basic & Advanced Life Support Care and transport while working as a member of an emergency medical team to patients while in adherence to the scope of practice, patient care procedures, protocols and medical direction according to their level of certification/licensure.
· Determining the nature and extent of illness or injury, magnitude of catastrophe, need for additional assistance, establishing and providing patient care by developing a patient care plan and performing skills within the scope of practice and according to patient care procedures, protocols and medical direction.
· Monitoring patient conditions and responses to care.
· Communicating with professional medical personnel interagency and at emergency and non-emergency treatment facilities.
· Obtaining instructions regarding further treatment from qualified personnel, arranging for reception of patients at treatment facilities and assisting with Advanced Life Support Care as directed by individuals with that level of qualification.
· Completes patient care reports in accordance with documentation standards as required by AmbuServe and other regulating agencies.
· Assists health care facilities and personnel to obtain and record information related to patients’ vital statistics, circumstances of transport/emergency and the documentation of patient care provided.
· Acknowledges accountability for all patient care provided.
· Other duties as assigned by Management
DUTY LOCATIONS:
- Gardena
- Irwindale
- Orange
- Mission Viejo
- Laguna Beach
*** Late Start Shifts ranging from start time 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.***
What We Offer:
- Best Pay in EMS – Shift rotations include scheduled overtime.
- Paid Rest, Paid On-Duty Meal, and Paid Sleep Periods – All shift hours worked are paid!
- Medical Benefits – Sponsored at a 75% employer contribution.
- Paid Life Insurance – Sponsored at a 100% employer contribution.
- Paid Vacation Time – We know everyone needs some fun time.
- Paid Holidays – Holidays are for family, but EMS is 24/7; we do our part to show appreciation.
- CPR Certification Renewals – Provided by the Company without cost to our employees.
- DMV H6 Driving History Report and Medical Exam Certificate – 100% paid by the Company.
- Continuing Education Credits (“CEs”) – Provided by the Company at cost to our employees.
- Professional EMS Uniforms – 100% paid by the Company.
- Career Advancement Opportunities – We promote from within and career advancement is possible.
- Many More Benefits Offered – Join us and enjoy recognition for being a part of a winning team.
Required Valid Credentials:
- Valid California Emergency Medical Technician Certification card
- American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Provider CPR/AED Certification Card (or printout)
- Valid California Drivers’ License
- Valid California Ambulance Driver Certificate (DMV DL 61)
- Ability to obtain a City of Los Angeles Ambulance Permit (upon appointment)
- FMCSA Medical Examiner’s Certificate (MEC), Form MCSA-5876
- DMV K-4 Driver Record Report (must not be older than 30-days)
- High School Diploma, GED, or California Certificate of Proficiency
- National Incident Management System ICS 100 or IS-100, ICS 200 or IS-200, IS-700, and IS-800 Course certificates
- Hazardous Materials Awareness FEMA IS-5 and AWR-358 DL Course certificates
- Los Angeles County EMT Expanded Scope of Practice Module (prior to field assignment)
- Successfully pass the company-provided OCEMS EMT Accreditation Course
How to Apply:
- Apply via really right now.
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Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $20.00 - $33.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Have you ever worked for AmbuServe, Medic 1 or Shoreline Ambulance?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- EMT: 1 year (Preferred)
Language:
- English (Required)
License/Certification:
- California EMT License (Required)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
- Overnight Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Gardena, CA 90248 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Gardena, CA 90248: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $33