Hendricks Community Hospital Association Emergency Vehicle Operator
Hendricks Community Hospital Association is seeking a qualified individual to join our team!
Position Highlights
Work Shift : Rotating days / evenings / nights / weekends (United States of America)
Pay Range : Starting wage $15 an hour
Qualifications
- High school degree, preferred.
- Must possess a valid driver's license.
- CPR certification, Equipment and Driving Course required.
- Must possess verbal and written communication skills to understand and interpret instructions, communicate with supervisor, medical and nursing staff, patients, and families.
- Should be able to use common sense and be a fair judge of character.
- Good leadership, initiative, and judgment skills.
- Ability to respond to critical situations in a professional and competent manner.
Physical Demands and Special Characteristics
Moderate to heavy physical work. Near visual acuity for performing nursing care.Ability to exercise independent judgment and maintain emotional stability under stress.Flexibility to handle changing situations and emergency needs.Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.Job Accountability and Responsibility
Responsible for safely operating emergency vehicles under various traffic conditions from scene of call and en route to hospitalSafely Transporting patients to hospitals or medical facilitiesFollow all traffic laws and driving protocolsNavigating routes quickly and efficiently using maps or GPSAssisting medical personnel with loading and unloading patientsEnsuring the ambulance is well-maintained and equipped.Administering basic first aid when necessaryCommunicating effectively with dispatchers and medical staff.Knowledge of emergency care equipment and where it is located in the ambulance as well as in the E.R.Responsible for maintaining ambulance during his / her shift, which includes cleaning, stocking, and monitoring equipment.Assist ER nursing personnel with ambulance patients.Maintain positive working relationships with non-hospital departments such as law enforcement, fire departments, neighboring ambulances, etc.Assists emergency room nurse and physician in ER as directed by the ER nurse or the attending physician when needed.Maintains professional growth through meetings, in-services, and workshops.HCHA is an Equal Opportunity Employer