Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

SUMMARY: Provides emergency medical services to all medical and trauma patients within the Macy community and surrounding areas.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

• Must be knowledgeable in assessments, treatments and procedures pertaining to EMS in accordance with State regulations and protocols.
• Must be able to report patient conditions to receiving hospitals via radio and observe proper radio etiquette.
• Must maintain confidentiality of patient and hospital matters.
• Use proper channels of communication/chain of command.
• Maintain good time and attendance records and participate in staff meetings and projects.
• Have a positive attitude toward position and co-workers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Duties demand contact with patients, medical staff at the receiving facilities, members of the Tribe, general public, IHS facilities, providers and officials of county, state and federal agencies.
• Attends and participates in continuing education programs and maintains certifications.
• Duties require good decision making and problem solving skills based on data collected from patient assessment.
• Needs to have flexible working schedules and is subject to frequent interruptions.

• Must learn the main geographical area of operations and surrounding areas including all housing projects, rural homes, receiving hospitals, businesses, etc.
• Additional duties as assigned

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

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, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)

CERTIFICATES, LICENCES and/or REGISTRATION:

• Possess a valid Driver's License, must be insurable under tribal insurance.
• Must possess current State of Nebraska EMT License.
• Must be CPR certified (American Heart Association).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Incumbent sits, stands, bends, lifts and moves intermittently during work hours.
• Works beyond normal working hours on weekends and holidays and in other positions temporarily when necessary.
• Must be able to see, hear and life heavy patients and equipment (minimum of 50 lbs.) to assure that the requirements of this position can be fully met.
• Must be in good general health and demonstrate emotional stability.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Is subject to personal injury, exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions including HIV/AIDS, hepatitis viruses, etc.
• Is subject to harsh weather conditions and extreme changes from hot to cold and vice versa.
• Is subject to hostile and emotionally upset patients, family members, personnel and visitors.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and/or ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of assessments, treatments, and procedures pertaining to EMS in accordance with State regulations and protocols.
• Proficient in radio communication and able to report patient conditions to receiving hospitals while observing proper radio etiquette.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of patient and hospital matters.
• Effective utilization of proper channels of communication and adherence to the chain of command.
• Strong time management and attendance record maintenance.
• Active participation in staff meetings and projects.
• Positive attitude towards position and co-workers.
• Adaptability to perform additional duties as assigned.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to interact with patients, medical staff at receiving facilities, members of the Tribe, general public, IHS facilities, providers, and officials of county, state, and federal agencies.
• Commitment to attending and participating in continuing education programs to maintain certifications.
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills based on data collected from patient assessments.
• Familiarity with the main geographical area of operations and surrounding areas, including housing projects, rural homes, receiving hospitals, businesses, etc.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such actions.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with patients, family members, personnel, the general public, etc.
• Must be able to relate information effectively concerning a patient's condition.
• Must be able to work as a team member and have flexibility, personal integrity and the ability to work effectively with all patient's family members, general public, etc.
• Is involved with patient personnel, visitors, government agencies, etc. under all conditions and circumstances.

PLEASE NOTE: P.L. 93-638, Indian Preference and Tribal Employment Rights Ordinance, (TERO), will be practiced, however all qualified applicants will be considered.

IF YOU ARE INTERESTED, PLEASE SEND APPLICATIONS RESUME TO:

OMAHA TRIBE OF NEBRASKA

ATTN: HR DEPARTMENT

P.O. BOX 368

MACY, NEBRASKA 68039

OR

EMAIL: othumanresources@theomahatribe.com