What are the responsibilities and job description for the EMT position at Buchanan County EMS?
- Performs all patient care skills at the level of a Missouri licensed Emergency Medical Technician-Basic (EMT-B).
- Assess each call situation to determine best course of action and appropriate protocol.
- Utilize medical equipment and procedures including, oxygen and suction devices, CPR and other procedures as required to provide medical care.
- Develop and utilize triage skills to provide optimal efficiency during calls.
- Provide patient care according to clinical protocols and safety requirements.
- Lift and move patients as required to provide optimum care.
- Provides assistance to the Paramedic on the ambulance team.
- Communicate with patient and loved ones to provide information and assurance that care is being given and to show compassion.
- Act as a member of the team and take responsibility for scene management as needed.
- Drive the ambulance safely at all times. Plans routes to and from scenes appropriately.
- Keep current on certifications.
- Communicate with dispatcher to receive and understand call data and customer feedback.
- Monitor and maintain the general condition of the unit, keep it clean and stocked for optimal call response to maintain the image of REMSA.
- Document activities completely to ensure appropriate information is available regarding each call.
- Maintains cleanliness and orderliness of vehicle, supplies and equipment.
- When dealing with a multiple-victim emergency scene, provides all basic emergency care to patients independent of the paramedic. Assigns and directs other medical providers in loading and destination management of the patient.
- Performs other duties assigned.