Per Diem Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT)

Position Overview:

Join our dedicated team as a Per Diem Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT), where you will play a vital role in providing essential medical care and transport during emergencies. Your expertise will contribute to stabilizing patients and ensuring their safe journey to medical facilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Respond to emergency calls, assess patients' conditions and determine necessary medical interventions while coordinating with dispatch.
• Safely transport patients, monitoring their condition and delivering care throughout the journey.
• Administer life-saving measures including CPR, bleeding control, and airway management within the New York State Scope of Practice.
• Utilize medical equipment such as defibrillators and oxygen delivery systems effectively.
• Collaborate with paramedics, firefighters, law enforcement, and hospital staff to ensure seamless patient care and accurate injury reporting.
• Maintain detailed patient care reports to document assessments, treatments, and responses.
• Ensure the emergency vehicles and medical equipment are clean and ready for use.
• Interpret technical instructions and calculate necessary values for patient care.
• Transport and maneuver patients in diverse and challenging environments.
• Engage in ongoing education to stay updated on medical protocols and enhance your skills.
• Exhibit composure and professionalism in high-pressure situations.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

• Work in various uncontrolled and potentially hazardous environments, including inclement weather and confined spaces.
• Maintain physical fitness to lift/move patients and medical equipment safely.
• Adapt to physical demands of walking, kneeling, climbing, and carrying equipment.
• Handle medical equipment independently without assistance.
• Stay focused in emotionally charged and high-stress environments.

Required Qualifications:

• New York State AEMT Certification
• AHA BLS for Healthcare Providers Certification
• Active New York State Driver’s License
• Heavy Work capability, involving lifting and moving substantial weights

Preferred Qualifications:

• Completion of Emergency Vehicle Operator Course (EVOC) or equivalent
• Strong understanding of medical procedures and emergency care techniques

Pay Range:

$19.50 - $25.00

The listed pay range represents a good faith estimate of potential base pay for a successful applicant. It may be subject to change and additional pay components may be applicable based on various factors.

Location:

St. Lawrence Health Systems, Potsdam, NY 13676

Rochester Regional Health is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law.