EMT Academy
Company: City Ambulance
Location: Philadelphia
Posted on: August 7, 2022
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Job Description Summary : - Job Description :
Our mission of providing care to the world at a moment's notice is
at the heart of everything we do. We are caregivers, first and
foremost and we will be there when you need us.With more than
38,000 employees, Global Medical Response teams deliver
compassionate, quality medical care, primarily in the areas of
emergency and patient relocation services around the world. We
provide end-to-end medical transportation as well as fire services,
integrated healthcare solutions and disaster response.Immunization
RequirementsYou must obtain the listed immunizations or have
current written records of immunizations and submit verification
(readable copies) for each of the applicable immunizations to our
office no later than the start of the class. Include the name of
the facility and practitioner, official seal, stamp or log of the
facility/practitioner and date of the immunizations. Please be sure
to make copies of your immunization records. Originals will not be
returned
--- Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) - positive titer Only - within
the last 5 years
--- Hepatitis B - positive titer Only - within the last 5 years
--- Chicken pox (Varicella) - positive titer Only - within the last
5 years
--- Tetanus/Diphtheria/Pertussis (TDAP) - proof of immunization -
within the last 5 years
--- Meningitis vaccination - proof of immunization - within the
last 5 years
--- TB/PPD - negative TB/PPD skin test within the last 3 months
--- Influenza vaccination - * Only needed if course falls between
November-AprilGUIDING VALUES AND BEHAVIORSStudent/Employee must
consistently exhibit our guiding principles:
--- Patient Care - We continually earn the privilege to care for
our patients. It is at the forefront of everything we do.
--- One Team - We respect each other and achieve together what no
individual can alone.
--- Innovation - We are driven to develop solutions that inspire
progress.
--- Vigilance - We will never waver in our commitment to safety and
preparedness in the fulfillment of our duties.
--- Ownership - We are accountable for what we do and take pride in
how we do it.
--- Citizenship - We are dedicated to being good stewards in the
communities we serve.As a student attending an EMT class, the
following expectations below will apply to you upon successful
completion of the EMT class as well as acquiring any required
certifications/licenses.JOB SUMMARYConduct basic life support
skills as allowed by the local, state, and federal protocols and
assist in the delivery of seriously ill or injured patients to
appropriate hospital personnel. Provide basic information relative
to identification and condition of patient. Must use sound judgment
in the analysis of emergency and non-emergency situations and react
calmly and quickly under those circumstances. ESSENTIAL
FUNCTIONS/DUTIES
--- Drives an emergency vehicle to and from calls to transport
patient(s) in a safe and prudent manner using the most efficient
route to ensure the quickest response times.
--- Must demonstrate competency in handling emergencies utilizing
all basic life support equipment and skills in accordance with all
behavioral objectives in the EMT curriculum.
--- Assists in carrying patient(s) by stretcher or other device to
emergency vehicle and secure patient inside the vehicle choosing
the safest means of transport.
--- Initiates patient treatment and care utilizing initial protocol
treatment based on patient condition. Conducts basic life support
skills.
--- Obtains and preserves where possible samples of substances to
assist hospital personnel in patient diagnosis and treatment as
established by local operations procedures.
--- Observes and keep records regarding symptoms of patients as
established by local operations procedures.
--- Communicates information to other members of the healthcare
profession, patients, family members, and other responders as
necessary and appropriate.
--- Accurately and completely documents all information required by
GMR and the local and state medical control.
--- Completes and submits all other documentation (i.e. Daily Check
Sheet) as established by local operations procedures.
--- Communicates any possible delays, customer service issues,
supply shortages, equipment malfunctions etc., to supervisor in a
timely manner.
--- Follows up with customers as appropriate to gain feedback on
services provided, seeking opportunities for process improvement as
established by local operations procedures.
--- Inspects, safely operates, and maintains all equipment,
supplies, and tools to meet standards set by GMR, local state, and
local medical control. Requisitions and restocks supplies,
material, and equipment.
--- Checks emergency vehicle regularly to ensure vehicle is in good
operating condition throughout shift.
--- Cleans and maintains the cleanliness of GMR property, including
but not limited to its vehicles, equipment, buildings, and
surrounding area(s)
--- Maintains a safe and healthy workplace as per the standards set
forth by the Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA)
and GMR.
--- Stays current with leading industry practices/knowledge
base.
--- Comply with all current policies and procedures. Remains aware
of all policy changes and information posted on EMSA, on company
notice boards, company email, and by communicating with leadership
staff.
--- Maintains all required licenses and certifications as
established by local operations procedures.
--- Attends all required staff meetings.
--- Perform other duties as assigned.QUALIFICATIONSEducation:
--- High School diploma or GEDSkills:
--- Functional literacy (oral and written) in English
--- Excellent verbal and written communications
skillsCredentials/Licenses: (local county requirements for
certifications may vary)
--- Current State Driver's License WORKING CONDITIONS AND
MENTAL/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSWorking Conditions:Physical
Demands:
--- Occasionally: Smelling
--- Frequently: See the Physical Agility Test, kneeling, stooping,
bending, leaning, flexibility, multiple physical activities
performed at the same time (carrying multiple equipment while
pushing on pram)
--- Constantly: Hearing/listening, clear speech, simple touching,
walking (inside and outside), pushing, pulling, reaching, sitting,
driving ambulance, seeingMental Requirements:
--- Ability to exercise sound judgement while working in stressful
conditions.
--- 9th grade reading level.REPORTING RELATIONSHIPSReports to:
Operations Supervisor/Operations ManagerInterrelationships:
Operations___FLSA Category Exempt(E) or Non-Exempt (NE)
___Department (Job Family) ___ New Position___ Replaces job
description: ________________________________ Dated: ___________
DOT Sensitive Position___ Safety Sensitive PositionAAP/EEO
STATEMENTGlobal Medical Response is an equal opportunity employer
and as such, affirms in policy and practice to recruit, hire, train
and promote, in all job classifications without regard to race,
color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity,
national origin, disability status or status as a protected
veteran.Reasonable accommodation will be provided for qualified
individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in job
application procedures.This document in no way constitutes a
contract of employment. This description is not intended to be an
exhaustive listing of all skills, duties, or responsibilities
associated with the job. Management reserves the right to revise
the job, or to require that other or different tasks be performed,
should circumstances change (i.e., changes in personnel, workload,
or technological development).
EEO Statement
Global Medical Response and its family of companies are an Equal
Opportunity Employer, which includes supporting veterans and
providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with a
disability.
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