What are the responsibilities and job description for the Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) position at Roseland First Aid Squad?
Under direction, drives or rides an ambulance to a specific location to provide emergency medical treatment, provides treatment both at the scene and on the trip to the hospital; does related duties; does other related duties as required.
Requirements:
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Valid driver’s license with NJ driving privileges (good driving record).
- Active, valid certification as an Emergency Medical Technician. Certification issued by National Registry or New Jersey.
- Valid AHA Basic Life Support certification.
- Minimum of 1 year of 911 experience as an EMT
- Meeting the age requirement of 21
- Previous experience with electronic medical records preferred (ImagineTrend).
- ICS-100, 200, 700, 800, Hazmat Awareness required.
- Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) preferred or required within 6 months of employment.
- The EMT must be in good physical condition, able to work in all weather and environmental conditions and able to lift and move patients in all circumstances.
- Ability to successfully pass a background investigation and clean driving record.
Knowledge and Abilities:
- Knowledge of principles of emergency medical and first aid treatment.
- Knowledge of the techniques used to administer pulmonary and cardiac resuscitation.
- Knowledge of the techniques used to administer oxygen.
- Knowledge of appropriate emergency treatment depending on the patient's condition.
- Ability to remain calm in an emergency situation.
- Ability to establish rapport with the patient and to work harmoniously with others.
Examples of work:
- Answers all calls for emergency medical treatment.
- Drives ambulance to required location, parks ambulance in a safe location, and creates a safe traffic environment by placement of road flares, removal of debris, and redirection of traffic.
- Determines the nature and extent of injury and establishes priorities for emergency care.
- Administers emergency care such as opening and maintaining an airway, giving positive pressure ventilation, and cardio-resuscitation.
- Stops bleeding by bandaging or tourniquets, treats shock, immobilizes fractures, and provides initial care of poisoned and burn patients.
- Searches for medical identification emblem as a clue for providing emergency care.
- Radios the dispatcher for additional help if needed.
Pay: $23.00 - $24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Continuing education credits
- Flexible schedule
Application Question(s):
- What type of shifts are you looking for (days, nights, weekends, or a combination)?
- Are you looking for a seasonal position or a longer-term opportunity?
- How long have you been an EMT?
- How many years of 911 EMS do you have as an EMT?
Work Location: In person
Salary : $23 - $24