EMT

Emergency Medical Technician

The EMT responds to emergency and nonemergency medical calls and provides basic-level life support to patients in the pre-hospital setting. Work involves operating a mobile medical unit as an attendant or driver, performing necessary rescue work in accordance with established protocols for basic life support; assessing scene for safety; evaluating conditions of patients, gathering pertinent information, including patient's medications, allergies, medical history, etc., and determining proper treatment; administering necessary emergency medical care, monitoring vital signs and transporting sick or sick persons to the closest appropriate medical facility. The EMT must exercise considerable independent judgment in evaluating patients and ensuring that quality emergency patient care standards are in place. Work is subject to the usual hazards involved with emergency medical services including the risk of exposure to infectious diseases. The EMT also performs all other duties as assigned.

Provides emergency medical care to injured, sick, or incapacitated patients. Drives approved mobile medical care unit to closest appropriate facility in a safe manner. Observes, records, and reports to the physician the patient's condition or injury, the treatment provided, and reactions to medications or treatment. Performs first-aid and emergency diagnostic and treatment procedures such as airway management, and heart monitoring during ambulance transport. Maintains familiarity with specialized equipment. Operates equipment such as electrocardiograms (EKGs), external defibrillators, or bag valve mask resuscitators in advanced life support environments. Administers medications either orally or by injection as required by medical control and NCOEMS. Immobilizes patient(s) for placement on stretcher and ambulance transport using a backboard or other spinal immobilization device. Responsible for understanding the geography and street layout of the service districts and surrounding area. Performs daily inspections of assigned vehicles, radios, linens, medical equipment, and supplies; restocks supplies as required to maintain operational readiness. Determines that vehicle is in proper mechanical condition by checking items required by service management. Refuels vehicle and reports any unsafe operating conditions of vehicles and radios. In accordance with local, state, or federal regulations, decontaminates the interior of the ambulance after every transport. Attends mandatory continuing education programs as required by medical control and NCOEMS. Perform daily station duties; ensure stations are kept clean and orderly. Performs all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

• At least 18 years of age • Eligible for employment in the United States • High school diploma or GED • Possession of a valid class C (or higher) driver's license • Successful completion of background screening and driving record check • Must successfully pass urine drug screening • Possession of a valid, unrestricted North Carolina EMT credential • Possession of a valid American Heart Association (AHA) cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) Certification • Completion of NIMS/ICS 100, 200, 700, 800 • Successful Completion of Candidate Ability Performance Test (CPAT) • Annual Completion of Job Performance Ability Test (JPAT) preferred

Must be able to physically perform the basic life functions of climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions. Must be able to perform heavy lifting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, with or without assistance. Must possess the visual acuity to operate mobile equipment. Employees must successfully complete a Job Physical Ability Test (JPAT) on an annual basis.

There are a wide variety of benefits available to eligible Pender County employees. These benefits include: health, dental, vision, life insurance, optional life and disability insurance plans, flexible spending account, retirement program, 401(k) program, deferred compensation program, credit union membership and an employee assistance program. Pender County Benefits Overview can be viewed here.