What are the responsibilities and job description for the Emergency Medical Technician - Providence Hospital position at University of South Alabama Health System?
Overview
USA Health is Transforming Medicine along the Gulf Coast to care for the unique needs of our community.
USA Health is changing how medical care, education and research impact the health of people who live in Mobile and the surrounding area. Our team of doctors, advanced care providers, nurses, therapists and researchers provide the region's most advanced medicine at multiple facilities, campuses, clinics and classrooms. We offer patients convenient access to innovative treatments and advancements that improve the health and overall wellbeing of our community.
Responsibilities
Provides support treatment, care, and evaluation of patients on scene and during transport; arrives to the scene of an emergency, determines the situation, and develops a plan of action; uses appropraite medical equipment and comprehends the severity of the injury; monitors patient condistion and performs data collection; communicates findings and patient condition to primary Registered Staff Nurse;regular and prompt attendance; ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required; related duties as required.
Employees must be in a regular position, working 20 hours or more per week (.50 FTE or greater) to qualify for benefits.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent, graduate of an EMT course, and licensed as an EMT in the state of Alabama. Current ACLS/BLS certification preferred.