EMT-P at Westchester Medical Center – Margaretville, New York

Job Summary

• The Advanced EMT is responsible for all aspects of patient care in the out of hospital setting, within the scope of certification as determined by NYS DOH.

Responsibilities

• Assure ambulance clean & stocked by inspection & completion of pre run check
• Determine type of response required based on dispatch information and weather conditions
• Determine nature & extent of illness &/or injury, and render appropriate emergency care per training, based on NYS BLS & AAREMS ALS Protocols
• Direct & assist crew with patient handling, treatment, lifting, carrying & transport
• Determine need for additional assistance &/or specialty services & request same
• Report patient assessment & care both verbally & documented in PCR
• Secures appropriate patient information & renders care according to written Physician Orders during inter-facility transfers
• Utilize proper radio procedures per county & department policy
• Monitor patient throughout contact
• Assure ambulance response ready post runs
• Integrate with other agencies when necessary
• Adhere to department & hospital Policies & Procedures & Infection Control Program
• Maintain professional conduct & courteous interaction with patients, family/bystanders, other agency personnel, crew members & hospital staff
• Assure ALS equipment & supplies service ready pre & post runs
• Other duties/tasks as assigned

Qualifications/Requirements

• EXPERIENCE
  • 1 year preferred
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  EDUCATION
  • High school graduate or equivalent preferred
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  LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
  • NYS EMT Intermediate, Critical Care or Paramedic; current BLS; current ACLS and PALS (or equivalent) for CC or P; valid/clean NYS driver’s license; EVOC or equivalent preferred.