Portales EMT Intermediate

## Overview At Elite Medical Transport our Paramedics and EMTs (at all levels) are responsible for responding to requests for medical care and transport of patients in a wide variety of circumstances, from calls to 9-1-1 to requests from local healthcare facilities. Employees in this position must be able to: - Examine and evaluate patients to determine the necessary physical, environmental and psychological care - Provide this care according to their level of certification/licensure, assigned Job Description and Clinical Practice Guidelines - Provide patients with this care by utilizing appropriate techniques and equipment - Document patient information, condition, and treatment according to policy - Gather patient data and ancillary medical records according to policy - Obtain necessary information and signatures for patient financial services - Maintain patient confidentiality and perform all care with respect for patient rights - Transport patients in accordance with policies and procedures - Maintain a safe, clean, and well-stocked environment for patients - Operate and drive ambulance in conjunction with applicable safety policies and laws - Operate an IBM-compatible computer and report on services provided using a desktop application - - A detailed Job Description will be available during on-boarding. ## Description At Elite Medical Transport our Paramedics and EMTs (at all levels) are responsible for responding to requests for medical care and transport of patients in a wide variety of circumstances, from calls to 9-1-1 to requests from local healthcare facilities. Employees in this position must be able to: - Examine and evaluate patients to determine the necessary physical, environmental and psychological care - Provide this care according to their level of certification/licensure, assigned Job Description and Clinical Practice Guidelines - Provide patients with this care by utilizing appropriate techniques and equipment - Document patient information, condition, and treatment according to policy - Gather patient data and ancillary medical records according to policy - Obtain necessary information and signatures for patient financial services - Maintain patient confidentiality and perform all care with respect for patient rights - Transport patients in accordance with policies and procedures - Maintain a safe, clean, and well-stocked environment for patients - Operate and drive ambulance in conjunction with applicable safety policies and laws - Operate an IBM-compatible computer and report on services provided using a desktop application - A detailed Job Description will be available during on-boarding. ## Requirements - A minimum of either a high school diploma or a GED as evidence of completion of a high school education - A current state certification (license, if applicable) at the level required by the requisition (EMT Basic, Intermediate/Advanced or Paramedic. - A valid driver's license - American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer and/or American Heart Association BCLS certification - American Heart Association ACLS certification (for PARAMEDICS only) - FEMA ICS 100 & 200, IC 700 & 800 certification within 30 days **Applicants must be able to meet the mental and physical requirements:** - Appropriately deal with stress and maintain composure when encountering serious injuries or illnesses. - Physical strength and dexterity and the ability to function in very adverse environments with exposure to numerous safety risks typically found at emergency scenes. A detailed analysis of those requirements is available upon request. - All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. A detailed list of requirements are available in the full Job Description provided during on-boarding.