EMT-Basic

Description

POSITION SUMMARY :

The EMT-BASIC will be expected to perform all department policies and procedures with demonstrated proficiency and competency, which Michigan Department of Health and Human Service (MDHHS) requires for this level of licensure. The practice of the EMT includes, but is not limited to : areas of diagnostics (patient assessment), treatment and management (oxygen therapy), basic airway care, shock management, spinal cord and fracture management, patient triage and transportation, communication skills, both verbal and written with all other health care providers as well as police and fire agencies and on-scene management, and education (community awareness, orientation, CPR, self-help, guidance and instruction for less experienced). All patient care will be provided in accordance with the Eastern Upper Peninsula Medical Control Authority (EUPMCA) protocols. The EMT will require minimal supervision in addition to providing quality patient care and supervision to medical first responders.

Cross training with a number of facilities and / or in-house functions will occur. While responding to emergency situations will be the first priority, other duties may also be assigned. For example, staffing coordination, quality improvement, secretarial duties, service billing, safety / risk management functions, prevention, insurance processing, equipment and / or transportation needs. Licensed Instructor Coordinators may include training coordination within their duties. During slow periods of operation, the employee may be requested to assist other facilities. This will be coordinated with the EMS Coordinator.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

• Vehicle operation, care and maintenance
• Patient history and assessment as outlined in EUPMCA protocols.
• Basic patient care as outlined in EUPMCA protocols.
• Patient transportation as outlined in EUPMCA protocols.
• Radio and written communication skill and technique as outlined in EUPMCA protocols.
• Operate standard EMS equipment and performs necessary steps for patient disentanglement.
• Mass casualty assessment and triage.
• Scene safety and control
• Other duties may be assigned within the scope and complexity of this position's essential functions.
• Must attend all mandatory trainings designated through the EMS Coordinator.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

Physical constraints of pre-hospital care require that all employees be able to :

POSITION REQUIREMENTS :