Job Summary

Responsible for the provision of optimum advanced life support (ALS) care in accordance with KBEMS regulations KRS 311A.170 and all Owensboro Health Community Hospital-Emergency Medical Service guidelines and protocols.

Job Responsibilities

• Navigates ambulance to patient's location.
• Provides stabilization of scene and requests additional assistance as necessary.
• Determines nature and extent of illness or injury and patient's history from available sources.
• Administers emergency medical care within scope of practice, including patient stabilization, monitoring, and resuscitation, from the scene to receiving medical facility.
• Contacts medical personnel, reports and records observations, and follows directives.
• Maintains equipment, restocks supplies, and cleans ambulance as necessary.
• Responsible for the safe operation of all EMS vehicles in accordance with current Kentucky Motor Vehicle care.
• Demonstrates evidence of proficiency in the required basic life support (BLS) and advanced life support (ALS) skills.
• Maintains personal knowledge and skills in order to deliver optimum patient care as an EMT-P.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relations with fellow team members, hospital staff, fire and rescue squads, police departments, and communication centers.
• Supervises the performance of EMT and EMT-A.
• Documents all patient care, assessments, BLS/ALS skills, and all service reports in a timely manner.
• Participates in training and evaluation of EMTS when approved and requested.
• Must be punctual and ready for all shifts.
• Acts at all times in a professional manner and handles conflict and stressful situations with good judgment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or higher required upon hire
• No experience required
• Paramedic - Licensed Paramedic in the state of Kentucky required upon hire AND
• BLS - Certified as a Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider required upon hire AND
• ACLS - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Healthcare Provider required upon hire AND
• Driver - Valid driver's license and 21 years of age required upon hire

Skills and Attributes

• Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
• Works under minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Physical Demands

• Standing: Frequently
• Walking: Frequently
• Sitting: Occasionally
• Lifting 0-25 lbs: Frequently
• Lifting 25-75 lbs: Rarely
• Lifting over 75 lbs: Rarely
• Carrying 0-25 lbs: Frequently
• Carrying 25-75 lbs: Rarely
• Carrying over 75 lbs: Rarely
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs: Frequently
• Pushing/Pulling 25-75 lbs: Frequently
• Pushing/Pulling over 75 lbs: Frequently
• Climbing: Occasionally
• Bending/Stooping: Frequently
• Kneeling: Occasionally
• Crouching/Crawling: Occasionally
• Reaching: Frequently
• Talking: Frequently
• Hearing: Frequently
• Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements: Rarely
• Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements: Frequently
• Keyboard Data Entry: Frequently
• Running: Occasionally
• Vision: Depth Perception: Frequently
• Vision: Distinguish Color: Frequently
• Vision: Seeing Far: Frequently
• Vision: Seeing Near: Frequently

Owensboro Health Core Commitments

INTEGRITY - We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers.

RESPECT - We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community.

TEAMWORK - We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future.

INNOVATION - We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health.

SERVICE - We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do.

EXCELLENCE - We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.