Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Full-Time, 12 HR Rotation
Company: UT Health East Texas
Location: Winona
Posted on: August 4, 2022
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Job Description:
Overview $2,500 Sign On Bonus! Advancing Healthcare Together The
Future of Healthcare is in East Texas Why UT Health - East Texas?
Our People. Our people truly are our greatest strength. They make a
massive difference in the amazing care we provide every day. We
work closely together to create a positive experience for our
patients and each other. Our Purpose. We will build on your
experience and provide meaningful and purposeful career growth for
your future. You will have the opportunity every day to make a
difference in someone s life and change the course of healthcare.
Our Place. Tyler, Texas is a small town with a huge heart where you
will have the privilege of caring for your neighbors. Everybody is
somebody here. Representing the very best in healthcare, UT Health
East Texas is comprised of 10 hospitals and more than 50 clinics
across east Texas. With nearly 7,500 employees and over 1,000
licensed in-patient beds, UT Health East Texas provides healthcare
services to thousands of patients annually through our hospitals,
clinics, Level 1 trauma facility, air emergency fleet and EMS
service in a metropolitan service area of a quarter-million people.
Responsibilities This position reports directly to the EMS
Supervisor. If the EMS Supervisor is unavailable, the EMT should
report to the Regional Director or the Regional Director on call
while keeping the EMS Supervisor apprised of the communication via
email, text, voicemail, etc. EMTs are accountable for responding to
all assigned calls in the most appropriate, efficient manner and
providing the highest standards of patient care while keeping a
safe and hazard-free environment. The EMT works with a Paramedic on
an MICU ambulance and contributes to overall patient care in the
areas of patient assessment, triage, packaging and transport
according to protocol. There are occasions in which the EMT may
work with another EMT on a BLS unit within the system. DUTIES,
ACCOUNTABILITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Prompt and regular
attendance at work. Effectively follow all UT Health East Texas EMS
policies, procedures, guidelines and chain of command. Maintain all
required certifications according to company policy. Attendance at
all Continuing Education (CE) courses as policy dictates. Conduct
self in a highly ethical and professional manner projecting a
positive company image while maintaining a neat and professional
appearance at all times in accordance with company policies.
Maintain a positive, professional, and cooperative working
relationship with physicians, nurses, public safety agencies, the
general public, allied health professionals, and other members of
our EMS system. Assess and treat any medical situation with
appropriate techniques (resources and equipment) while maintaining
the highest standard of patient care and professionalism according
to current company standards. Follow medical care practices as
documented UT Health East Texas EMS Protocols and mandated by the
Medical Control Board. The scope of medical practice will be
confined to medical practice as defined by the Department of State
Health Services (DSHS), unless otherwise specified by directives or
protocols from the Medical Director. Complete all documentation
regarding patient care and billing information in accordance with
company policy. Maintain thorough knowledge of the ambulance and
equipment, its function and use and reporting any malfunction or
damage to equipment promptly in accordance with company policy.
Maintain the ambulance in a clean, organized and response ready
mode. When assigned as an Operator/Driver, will be responsible to
operate the assigned ambulance under control at all times and in
accordance with all federal, state, and local laws that govern
ambulance operation, and in accordance with approved company policy
and safe and efficient ambulance operation. Responsible for safe
handling of patient transport during loading and unloading,
transport on stretcher, and actual transport on the ambulance.
Perform other such duties as may be required or directed.
Qualifications This position reports directly to the EMS
Supervisor. If the EMS Supervisor is unavailable, the EMT should
report to the Regional Director or the Regional Director on call
while keeping the EMS Supervisor apprised of the communication via
email, text, voicemail, etc. EMTs are accountable for responding to
all assigned calls in the most appropriate, efficient manner and
providing the highest standards of patient care while keeping a
safe and hazard-free environment. The EMT works with a Paramedic on
an MICU ambulance and contributes to overall patient care in the
areas of patient assessment, triage, packaging and transport
according to protocol. There are occasions in which the EMT may
work with another EMT on a BLS unit within the system. DUTIES,
ACCOUNTABILITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Prompt and regular
attendance at work. Effectively follow all UT Health East Texas EMS
policies, procedures, guidelines and chain of command. Maintain all
required certifications according to company policy. Attendance at
all Continuing Education (CE) courses as policy dictates. Conduct
self in a highly ethical and professional manner projecting a
positive company image while maintaining a neat and professional
appearance at all times in accordance with company policies.
Maintain a positive, professional, and cooperative working
relationship with physicians, nurses, public safety agencies, the
general public, allied health professionals, and other members of
our EMS system. Assess and treat any medical situation with
appropriate techniques (resources and equipment) while maintaining
the highest standard of patient care and professionalism according
to current company standards. Follow medical care practices as
documented UT Health East Texas EMS Protocols and mandated by the
Medical Control Board. The scope of medical practice will be
confined to medical practice as defined by the Department of State
Health Services (DSHS), unless otherwise specified by directives or
protocols from the Medical Director. Complete all documentation
regarding patient care and billing information in accordance with
company policy. Maintain thorough knowledge of the ambulance and
equipment, its function and use and reporting any malfunction or
damage to equipment promptly in accordance with company policy.
Maintain the ambulance in a clean, organized and response ready
mode. When assigned as an Operator/Driver, will be responsible to
operate the assigned ambulance under control at all times and in
accordance with all federal, state, and local laws that govern
ambulance operation, and in accordance with approved company policy
and safe and efficient ambulance operation. Responsible for safe
handling of patient transport during loading and unloading,
transport on stretcher, and actual transport on the ambulance.
Perform other such duties as may be required or directed.
QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS (CONTINUED): Education: High School
diploma or equivalent. Requirements: Working knowledge of English
grammar; spelling and usage is required. Must be at least 18 years
of age. Certification and Licensure: Texas DSHS certification as
EMT Possess and maintain all certifications required by the Medical
Control Board and by the UT Health East Texas EMS Master Contract.
Possess and maintain current Texas motor vehicle operator s license
and meet all company requirements according to policy Desired
Qualifications: National Registry International Trauma Life Support
(ITLS) certification or Pre-hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS)
certification Pediatric Education for Pre-Hospital Professionals
(PEPP) certification or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
certification Compliance Requirements Comply with regulatory
requirements, guidelines, and policies BEHAVIORAL STANDARDS:
Service Patient Centered Customer Service: Genuinely care about
people. Cultivate a compassionate environment: Changing lives for
the better together. Quality Clinical and Operational Excellence: A
relentless drive to be the best. Holistic Approach: Think and act
for the benefit of the whole. People Promote a collaborative
environment: Build effective working relationships with others.
Identify and Develop Talent: Prepare others to deliver excellence.
Financial Business Acumen: Know, own and drive our business.
Continually Simplify and Improve: Work to make everything as
efficient as possible. Growth Foster Innovation: Seek and apply
leading edge solutions. Set Clear Direction: Tell others where you
are going, how to get there and why. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Unimpaired mobility: Must be able to quickly respond to ambulance,
must be able to access patients in difficult terrain, must be able
to climb stairs, must be able to work in close and dangerous
environments such as damaged vehicles, must be able with partner to
carry equipment and patients weighing up to 180 pounds Physical
Abilities: Must be able to perform strenuous physical requirements
such as CPR, lifting and moving of equipment and patients in a
variety of environmental conditions. It is preferred that you are
able to swim at the basic survival level. Fine Motor Skills: Must
be able to perform required medical skills and techniques, such as
bandaging, splinting, establishing an IV, performing endotracheal
intubation and other advanced airway techniques, manual
defibrillation, pleural decompression. Vision: Must have
correctable vision acceptable for day and night operation of
emergency vehicles, must have color acuity adequate for
determination of skin and blood color, and must be able to read
medication dosages on drug labels and syringes. Hearing: Must be
able to hear and understand information provided by patients,
family or bystanders; must be able to hear breath sounds and
accurately determine auscultated blood pressures; must be able to
differentiate separate conversations in active, distracting
environments; must be able to hear and understand radio traffic
when responding with lights and sirens. Speech: Must be able to
speak and enunciate clearly and at a level audible to others in
loud conditions, must be able to speak clearly in stressful
situations, must be able to verbally communicate with patients,
families and other emergency personnel. The employee is regularly
required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands
and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to
stand and walk. The employee is required to sit; climb or balance;
step, stoop, crawl, kneel, or crouch. The employee must lift in
conjunction with the partner or assist in moving and /or balance up
to 250 pounds and occasionally lift, move, and /or balance up to
350 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include
close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision,
depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Works outdoors and indoors with occasional exposure to hazardous
conditions and to blood / body fluids, requires respirator use,
fumes/odors, extended day, and temperature changes. Frequently
works with others, face-to-face contact with others with exposure
to noise mechanical equipment, and electrical equipment. Performs
shift work and performs duties frequently in a mobile environment
and in confined areas. Now that you have read about what you will
be doing and the experience we seek, it is time to apply and make a
difference in the lives of our patients. UT Health East Texas is an
equal opportunity employer (including veterans and persons with
disabilities).
Keywords: UT Health East Texas, Tyler , Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Full-Time, 12 HR Rotation, Professions , Winona, Texas
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