Purpose of Job:
This position is responsible for responding to emergency and non-emergency requests to provide efficient and immediate assessment, treatment and transportation of the non-critically ill and/or injured patient in the pre-hospital setting and other settings within the scope of training under a physician medical control authority.
Job Functions:
Provides basic life support as needed in compliance with state, local and RMC procedures.
Establishes positive rapport with each patient and patient’s family ensuring a gentle and attentive transport.
Responds to emergencies by choosing route, observing traffic conditions, avoiding dangerous situations, and maintaining communications with dispatcher.
Completes reports accurately.
Ensures operation of equipment by completing preventative maintenance, following manufacturer’s instructions, troubleshooting malfunctions and reports necessary repairs.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education/Work Experience
- High school graduate or equivalent
- Must be at least 21 years of age in order to meet Ridgeview's insurability requirements
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Strong interpersonal, organizational and teambuilding skills
Ability to meet and maintain the necessary background checks as aligned with position functions
Ability to communicate in the English language for effective written and verbal correspondence in order to complete job functions as mentioned above
Ability to calculate weight and volume ratio’s
Ability to employ discretion and confidentiality in sensitive areas
Ability to maintain minimum qualified certifications and a good driving record
Demonstrated map reading skills
Accessibility via phone to contact for on-call, rotating shift, weekend and holiday shifts
Ability to respond appropriately to unpredictable situations and diverse patient populations
Ability to communicate in the English language for effective written and verbal correspondence in order to complete job functions as mentioned above
License/Certifications
- Current state of MN EMT certification
- Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification
- Valid MN driver's license and meets Ridgeview's insurability requirements
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous prehospital experience as an EMT responding to 911 emergencies and interfacility transfer requests.
- Experience as an ED Tech or other closely related experience in the hospital environment.
- Experience applying knowledge and skills related to the EMT scope as a firefighter or other first responder.
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Compensation
Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation such as: the requirements of the position, experience, education, knowledge, and skills along with location and internal equity. Pay listed does not include any shift, weekend, or other differentials.
Benefits
Ridgeview strives to provide comprehensive and market competitive benefits to meet the needs of our employees and their families. Click here to view the benefits available.
