EMT

## Overview At Catholic Health, our primary focus is the way we treat and serve our communities. We work collaboratively to provide compassionate care and utilize evidence-based practice to improve outcomes – to every patient, every time. We are committed to caring for Long Island. Be a part of our team of healthcare heroes and discover why Catholic Health was named Long Island’s Top Workplace. ## Job Details **EMT Job Duties:** * Responds to calls when dispatched. * Reads maps, may drive ambulance to emergency site using the most expeditious route permitted by weather and road conditions. * Observes all traffic ordinances and regulations. * Uses appropriate body substance isolation procedures. * Assesses the safety of the scene, gains access to the patient, and assesses the extent of injury or illness. * Extricates patient from entrapment. * Communicates with dispatcher requesting additional assistance or services as necessary. * Determines nature of illness or injury. * Visually inspects for medical identification emblems to aid in care (medical bracelet, charm, etc.) * Uses prescribed techniques and equipment to provide patient care. * Provides additional emergency care following established protocols. * Assesses and monitors vital signs and general appearance of patient for change. * Makes determination regarding patient status and priority for emergency care using established criteria. * Reassures patient, family members, and bystanders. * Assists with lifting, carrying, and properly loading the patient into the ambulance. * Avoids mishandling the patient and undue haste. * Determines appropriate medical facility to which the patient will be transported. * Transports patient to medical facility, providing ongoing medical care as necessary * Reports the nature of injury or illness to the receiving facility. * Asks for medical direction from the medical control physician and carries out medical control orders as appropriate. * Assists in moving the patient from the ambulance into the medical facility. * Reports verbally and in writing observations of the patient's emergency and care provided. * Complies with regulations in handling deceased, notifies authorities, and arranges for protection of property and evidence at the scene. * Replaces supplies, properly disposes of medical waste. * Properly cleans contaminated equipment according to established guidelines/policies. * Checks all equipment for future readiness. * Maintains ambulance in operable condition. * Ensures cleanliness and organization of the ambulance, its equipment, and supplies. * Determines vehicle readiness by checking operator maintainable fluid, fuel, and air pressure levels. * Maintains familiarity with all specialized equipment. * Must demonstrate competency in assessment of a patient, handling emergencies using Basic Life Support equipment and techniques. * Must be able to perform CPR, control bleeding, provide non- invasive treatment of hypoperfusion, stabilize/immobilize injured bones and the spine, manage environmental emergencies, and emergency childbirth. * Must be able to use an automatic external defibrillator (AED). * Must be able to assist patients with self-administration or administer emergency medications as described in state or local protocol. * Obtain/Complete all documentation **EMT Requirements:** * HS Diploma or GED Equivalent required * NY EMT-B or EMT-CC active certification; * BLS Certification from the American Heart Association required * NIMS ICS-100 and IS-700 coursework required * Must be able to safely lift, carry, and balance up to 150 pounds without assistance and up to 300 pounds with assistance. ## Posted Salary Range USD $22.00 - USD $27.50 /Hr. This range serves as a good faith estimate and actual pay will encompass a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience and position location. The salary range or rate listed does not include any bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation that may be applicable to this job and it does not include the value of benefits. At Catholic Health, we believe in a people-first approach. In addition to the estimated base pay provided, Catholic Health offers generous benefits packages, generous tuition assistance, a defined benefit pension plan, and a culture that supports professional and educational growth.