Description
Job Title: Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
Department: Emergency Medical Services
Location: Seaway Valley to St. Lawrence Health facilities
Hours Per Week: Full Time (could regularly work over 40 hours)
Schedule: 12-hour variable shifts; weekends and holidays
SUMMARY:
The EMT is responsible to transport sick and injured patients, both in a 911 and interfacility setting. Provide high quality patient care, assist with quality programs.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Respond to requests for service in both a 911 and interfacility setting
Operate SLH EMS vehicles safely
Assist with packaging and transport of patients
Conduct pre-trip vehicle inspections
Assist with readiness of EMS operations
Provide patient care to NYS protocols
Operate stretchers, wheelchairs, and other patient transportation devices
OSHA Category I: High risk of exposure to blood/body fluids in the day to day job duties.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
AHA/BLS for Healthcare provider
Valid NYS Basic EMT
Valid NYS Driver's License
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Emergency Vehicle Operator Course (EVOC) or equivalent
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.
PAY RANGE: $17.98 - $22.26
The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for successful applicants. It may be modified in the future. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.
