EMT - Ground Transportation - Belleplain 911 - 7p-7a

MAJOR FUNCTION:

The Department of Emergency Medical Services Emergency Medical Technician (DEMS/EMT) provides prehospital care and/or transport to individuals of sudden illness or injury in the designated service and hospitals areas of the DEMS system. The DEMS/EMT will provide inter-facility transport to those individuals needing movement between healthcare facilities as directed. The DEMS/EMT will provide appropriate mutual aid assistance when requested by adjacent services when appropriate.

The EMT demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to patients of all ages, inclusive of neonates, infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics. Additionally, the EMT demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possesses the ability to access data reflective of the patient's status, and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirement relative to his or her age-specific needs.
QUALIFICATIONS:

Education & Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Preference will be given to those with prior work experience.

Certification/Licensure:

• The employee will be a certified Emergency Medical Technician as recognized by the New Jersey State Department of Health, Office of Emergency Medical Services, as defined by N.J.A.C. Chapter 40.
• Additionally, the employee will maintain current certification in Basic Life Support (American Heart Association).
• Additional certifications (PHTLS and PEEP) are preferred.
• Valid driver’s license in NJ in accordance with Inspira Health’s Fleet Safety ADM.291*IHN*.

Physical Requirements: N: Never O: Occasionally (<20%) F: Frequently (20%-80%) C: Constantly (>80%)

Lifting <20lbsCStandingCSittingC

Lifting 20-50lbsCClimbingCKneelingC

Lifting>50lbsCCrouchingCReachingC

CarryingCHearingCWalkingC

PushingCTalkingCVisionC

Environmental Conditions:

NoiseCVaried TemperaturesCCleaning AgentsO

Noxious odorsFPatient ExposureCOperative EquipmentO

Position Responsibilities

Safety Awareness:

Performs assigned work safely, adhering to established organizational safety rules &

practices.

Reports to supervisor in a timely manner any unsafe activities, conditions, hazards, or

safety violations that may cause injury to patients, staff & visitors.

Reports any problems, failures or damages to supervisor and/or takes appropriate action.

Maintains clean & orderly work area.

Productivity/ Time Management:

Seeks to achieve the highest quality outcomes by following established standards.

Makes effective use of time and completes work accurately.

Remains flexible & open to change.

Identifies priorities & develops work plan accordingly to achieve maximum productivity.

ALS Care:

Provides ALS care to patients of all ages in accordance to the standards set forth by the

Department of Transportation National Standard Curriculum, the guidelines of the

American Heart Association, the American College of Surgeons, the New Jersey State

Department of Health - Office of Emergency Medical Services (Chapter 41 of the New

Jersey Administrative Code) and EMS Department Policy.

BLS Care:

Performs all basic life support skills as required under N.J.A.C. 8:40

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At Inspira Health, you’ll join with the area’s most dedicated and distinguished team to bring quality and compassionate care to our communities. We focus on clinical excellence, providing evidence-based care to help each patient achieve the best possible outcome. The scope and depth of our network can open many doors for your learning and career growth.

Our charitable nonprofit health care organization serves communities across southern New Jersey. The network, which traces its roots to 1899, comprises three hospitals, a comprehensive cancer center, sleep medicine, cardiac testing, digestive health and wound care, urgent care, imaging and rehabilitation, and primary and specialty physician practices in Gloucester, Cumberland, Salem and Camden counties.

Inspira is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, familial status, disability, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, nationality, sex, gender identity or expression.