This position requires the individual to perform patient care and transportation duties up to the level authorized by the EMT-P certification in the State of North Carolina.
Requirements
- Obtains/records/updates vital signs
- Monitors patient’s respiratory status and initiates oxygen therapy and treatments per protocol
- Inspects, thoroughly cleans, inventories, and restocks the ambulance assigned to him/her and reports any deficiencies in any equipment observed to supervisor and/or makes repairs, if possible
- Performs oral, nasal and ET tube suctioning
- Assists in C-spine stabilization/immobilization, placing patient on backboard while maintaining cervical alignment
- Always maintains patient safety and confidentiality
- Assists with equipment setup to include but not limited to: Chest-tube drainage system, Rapid Infusion/Fluid Warming Systems, Bair Hugger, gastric lavage
- Assists in application of restraints, seclusion as needed
- Performs additional skills which may include, but not limited to: phlebotomy, IV initiation and maintenance,12- lead ECG
- Inspect and clean areas assigned, including the bays, bathrooms, kitchens, locker rooms, bedrooms, etc. and assist in maintaining the building and grounds in a neat and clean, and orderly manner
- Responds to calls from and changes locations when requested by the supervisor or dispatcher, handles both routine transfers and emergency calls
- Receives and answers calls following the medical protocols and standard operating procedures set out by the department and the medical director
- When encountering patients, this position requires the rendering of medical care, including, but not limited to, psychological support, airway and bleeding control, splinting, bandaging and the performance of ALS skills and procedures appropriate to the individual’s level of certification
- Drives an ambulance in a safe and smooth manner consistent with good driving practices
- Maintains a NC driver’s license with an appropriate driving record
- Attends continuing education classes and trains on a regular basis to the satisfaction of the training officer and Medical Director
- Other duties as assigned
Benefits
