Emergency Medical Technician EMT - Emergency Department ED - PT Days

Job Category : Allied Health

Work Shift / Schedule :

12 Hr Morning - Evening

Northeast Georgia Health System is rooted in a foundation of improving the health of our communities.

About the Role : Job Summary

A unit based Technician that will provide direct assistance in patient care of diverse ED patient population. This position will also be directly responsible to perform duties such as Point of Care Testing, General Phlebotomy, and Sample Collection. Within the scope of practice of the EMT Intermediate / Advanced, Promotes and establishes criteria for the delivery of quality care. Under the direction of Licensed Nursing Staff provides assistance and performs care with in the scope of practice. This position will care for patients in the adolescent, adult, and geriatric age groups. Employee performs clinical duties in accordance with population specific guidelines and adheres to National Patient Safety Goals as outlined in policy and procedures.

Minimum Job Qualifications

• Licensure or other certifications : Current EMT Intermediate or EMT Advanced license in the State of Georgia.
• Educational Requirements : High School Diploma or GED. Certificate or Diploma from Accredited Learning Institute in Emergency Medical Technology ( Must have to meet requirements for POC testing).
• Minimum Experience : EMT with at least one (1) year of experience providing direct care to patients in the pre-hospital, ED, or Office environment preferred. Must have documented experience and proficiency in peripheral venous sampling and IV Access.
• Other :

Preferred Job Qualifications

Job Specific and Unique Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Essential Tasks and Responsibilities

Quality Improvement Safety

Physical Demands

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Northeast Georgia Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.