St. Lawrence Health System
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - St. Lawrence Health (Per Diem)
St. Lawrence Health System, Washington, District Of Columbia, United States, 20001
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) provides immediate medical care and transport of patients during emergencies, playing a critical role in stabilizing and ensuring safe transport to medical facilities. Responsibilities:
Responds to emergency calls, assesses patients' conditions, and determines appropriate medical interventions, coordinating with dispatch as necessary. Safely transports patients to medical facilities, monitoring their condition and providing necessary care during transit. Administers CPR, controls bleeding, manages airways, and provides other life-saving measures to stabilize patients. Utilizes essential medical equipment such as defibrillators, oxygen delivery systems. Works closely with paramedics, firefighters, law enforcement, and hospital staff to ensure coordinated patient care reporting nature of injury as indicated. Maintains accurate and detailed patient care reports, documenting assessments, treatments, and patient responses. Ensures the cleanliness and readiness of emergency vehicles and medical equipment. Interprets oral, written, and diagnostic form instructions, including calculating weight and volume ratios. Lifts and moves patients, often in challenging environments, such as extreme terrain or temperatures. Participates in continuous education to stay current with medical protocols and enhance skills. Maintains composure and professionalism in high-pressure situations. Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:
Work in a variety of uncontrolled and potentially hazardous environments (indoor/outdoor, inclement weather, confined spaces). Maintain physical readiness to assist in lifting/moving patients using stretchers, medical equipment, and gear. Walk, kneel, crawl, and climb over uneven terrain or in emergency conditions. Transport essential medical equipment without assistance. Remain calm and focused in high-stress, emotionally charged situations. Required Qualifications:
AHA BLS for Healthcare Provider Valid NYS Basic EMT Valid NYS Drivers License Heavy Work - Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Requires constant walking, standing or squatting. Preferred Qualifications:
Emergency Vehicle Operator Course (EVOC) or equivalent Strong knowledge of medical procedures and emergency care techniques Education:
For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements. Physical Requirements:
H - Heavy Work - Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Requires constant walking, standing or squatting. Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee's physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations. Pay Range:
$18.00 - $24.00 Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Minority/Female/Disability/Veterans
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) provides immediate medical care and transport of patients during emergencies, playing a critical role in stabilizing and ensuring safe transport to medical facilities. Responsibilities:
Responds to emergency calls, assesses patients' conditions, and determines appropriate medical interventions, coordinating with dispatch as necessary. Safely transports patients to medical facilities, monitoring their condition and providing necessary care during transit. Administers CPR, controls bleeding, manages airways, and provides other life-saving measures to stabilize patients. Utilizes essential medical equipment such as defibrillators, oxygen delivery systems. Works closely with paramedics, firefighters, law enforcement, and hospital staff to ensure coordinated patient care reporting nature of injury as indicated. Maintains accurate and detailed patient care reports, documenting assessments, treatments, and patient responses. Ensures the cleanliness and readiness of emergency vehicles and medical equipment. Interprets oral, written, and diagnostic form instructions, including calculating weight and volume ratios. Lifts and moves patients, often in challenging environments, such as extreme terrain or temperatures. Participates in continuous education to stay current with medical protocols and enhance skills. Maintains composure and professionalism in high-pressure situations. Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:
Work in a variety of uncontrolled and potentially hazardous environments (indoor/outdoor, inclement weather, confined spaces). Maintain physical readiness to assist in lifting/moving patients using stretchers, medical equipment, and gear. Walk, kneel, crawl, and climb over uneven terrain or in emergency conditions. Transport essential medical equipment without assistance. Remain calm and focused in high-stress, emotionally charged situations. Required Qualifications:
AHA BLS for Healthcare Provider Valid NYS Basic EMT Valid NYS Drivers License Heavy Work - Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Requires constant walking, standing or squatting. Preferred Qualifications:
Emergency Vehicle Operator Course (EVOC) or equivalent Strong knowledge of medical procedures and emergency care techniques Education:
For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements. Physical Requirements:
H - Heavy Work - Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Requires constant walking, standing or squatting. Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee's physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations. Pay Range:
$18.00 - $24.00 Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Minority/Female/Disability/Veterans