POSITION PURPOSE-EMT AND PARAMEDIC AMBULANCE

Responds to an emergency medical call and assesses the situation and obtains a basic medical history and the physical examination of the patient and provide emergency medical care rather BLS or ALS at the scene or while in transport to a hospital emergency room. Utilizes necessary medical equipment to treat the patient and ascertains the extent of their injuries or illness. Communicates with the medical care facility receiving the patient about the patient’s condition, status, and treatment and changes while transporting, upon arrival at the Emergency Department.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

Resume submitted with past experience and professional references

High School Diploma or GED

Valid Ky driver’s license

Certified EMT or Paramedic

EMT’S

Valid NREMT/Ky EMT card

Valid BLS Provider card through the American Heart Association

Valid Pediatric Head Trauma Class

Bloodborne Pathogens class

And any other certifications required by the Kentucky Board of EMS.

EMT-P’S

Valid NREMT/EMT-P provider card

BLS Provider card through the AHA

PALS Provider card

ACLS provider

Any other certifications required by the Kentucky Board of EMS. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

All applicants must maintain a current Driver’s License

All applicants must complete and maintain a certification of KBEMS approved EVOC/Defensive Driving course.

Maintains working knowledge of vehicles and equipment carried and location on the ambulance.

Maintains the cleanliness of the ambulance stocked and response ready at the beginning and end of the shift.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Employee must be willing and able to multi-task while providing patient care and directing on scene emergency responses and conditions. Must be willing to work in less than desirable conditions while providing patient care. Position frequently requires being exposed to blood, body tissues or other fluids, seasonal conditions in outside weather, hazardous materials, loud noises, and electrical hazards.