EMT PD

Virtua Health Emergency Medical Technician-Basic

Provides quality 911 basic emergency medical response in the community and surrounding area. Responsible for basic pre-hospital care of patients in a high impact area with minimal supervision.

Position Responsibilities:

• Performs patient assessment and provides appropriate treatment according to established protocols in the pre-hospital setting.
• Accurately and completely documents patient assessment, treatment, response to treatment and transfer of care upon completion of every incident. Accurately and efficiently responds to all quality assurance requests.
• Operates an ambulance in a safe, defensive and courteous manner. Demonstrates knowledge of motor vehicle law-adheres to driving policies at all times, ensures the vehicle is fueled and operable and reports problems in a timely manner.
• Performs vehicle and equipment check at the start of each shift. Ensures that the vehicle and ready room are sufficiently stocked and ready for service.
• Completes supply inventory as requested by department management.
• Maintains all Virtua owned and squad owned equipment and property in a safe, clean and secure manner.
• Participates in orientation and training of new staff and others. Monitors new staff performance during the shift and gives guidance to help the new staff focus or obtain needed skills.

Position Qualifications:

• Previous BLS experience preferred.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Graduate of a recognized Emergency Medical Technician-Basic Training Program.
• Certified as an Emergency Medical Technician-Basic by the Commissioner of Health & Senior Services of the State of New Jersey.
• Current certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) to the professional rescuer level, PHTLS or ILS and EVOC.
• Must have valid Driver's license recognized by the State of New Jersey and driving record must meet insurance company standards/requirements.
• Must complete yearly PPD, Fit Test, Corporate Compliance, HIPAA and Safety Day training by the date set forth by the department.

Virtua offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: medical/prescription, dental and vision insurance; health and dependent care flexible spending accounts; 403(b) (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement); paid time off, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, colleague and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; tuition assistance, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.