Emergency Medical Technician-1

Overview

If you are an existing employee of South Shore Health then please apply through the internal career site.

Requisition Number: R-20948

Facility: LOC0033 - 60 Winter Street, 60 Winter Street Weymouth, MA 02190

Department Name: SSH Ambulance

Status: Part time

Budgeted Hours: 0

Shift: Varied Shifts (United States of America)

Overview: The Emergency Medical Technician responds to both nonemergent and emergent requests for medical transportation, provides emergency and nonemergency care in the prehospital environment within the scope of practice, and provides safe and efficient transportation of the patient to appropriate facility or residence.

• Pay Range: an hour with generous Shift Differentials available
• Career Growth: Exposure to a Level II Adult Trauma Center
• Free On-Site Parking
• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance: Starts day 1

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Responds promptly to requests for nonemergent and emergency calls as directed by the dispatcher in a timely and safe manner.
2. Completes documentation and records according to department policy.
3. Ensures vehicle and equipment are ready for response at all times.
4. Renders pre-hospital care at EMT-B level.
5. Performs assigned duties in the Emergency Department under the supervision of the ED physicians.
6. Maintains a good working relationship with fellow employees, community emergency service providers, hospital staff, physicians and other allied health professionals.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum Education : High School diploma or equivalent
• Minimum Work Experience : One (1) year experience as an Emergency Medical Technician preferred
• Required Licenses : Valid Drivers License (VDL) with acceptable driving record at hire and annual verification thereafter
• Required Certifications : EMT-B or EMT-A or EMT-P
• Required Classes/Skills : BLS (AHA) and ACLS (AHA) certifications
• Required additional Knowledge and Abilities : Ability to interact effectively with minimal supervision, good judgment, leadership ability, and thorough understanding of EMS principles; ability to interact professionally with patients, hospital personnel, emergency service providers, fire department personnel, and the public
• Other : Varied shifts