EMT Lansing

EMT Lansing

Level Entry

Overview

The primary duty of the Field Training Officer is to provide quality training and field orientation to assigned students, externs and/or assigned field personnel. They will also operate as a road paramedic or EMT.

Summary

Essential Duties: Know and support the Mission Statement, Policy/Procedures and MMR's MMVs. Monitors the performance of assigned personnel. Corrects errors as necessary, provides training and feedback. Conducts "ride-alongs" with field operations personnel to directly observe patient care (as applicable) and customer service skills. Conducts "ride-alongs" with students to directly observe patient care (as applicable) and effective skills. Conducts new hire and student evaluations in a timely manner along with monthly documentation review as assigned. Advances patient care and documentation standards by maintaining education with the QA department and operations. Attends all education sessions required for FTOs by the QA department and local operations. Assists with orientation for new employees and conducts skills labs with new employees. Will recommend advancement as the orientee progresses. Agrees to frequent, FTO-targeted documentation auditing by the QA department to ensure patient care and documentation standards are maintained. Changes future documentation style and depth to comply with QA department goals. Works days, nights, specific shift bids, as needed, to fulfill operations needs with new employees. This is at the discretion of operations managers. Must pass any additional training required by the operations and/or QA department. Performs the duties as described in the EMT job description. Perform other teaching or continuing education as assigned. Obtain and maintain certification in emergency driving. Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skill and Competency Requirements:

• Currently licensed in the State of Michigan as an EMT-Basic
• Possess and maintain a valid Michigan driver license and maintain an acceptable driving record as defined by MMR's insurance carrier
• Possess and maintain a current Healthcare Provider certification from American Heart Association
• Obtain a trauma certification (PHTLS) within 6 months of employment
• Obtain a pediatrics certification (PEPP or PALS) within 6 months of employment
• Possess FEMA NIMS IC-100.b, 200.b, 700 & 800.b
• Ability to perform well under the stress of emergent and often adverse conditions
• Skilled in use of locator aids to find specific locations (maps, computerized mapping, directories, etc.)
• Advanced computer skills including the ability to utilize a computer PC with Windows operating system
• Ability to operate office equipment, including but not limited to, copier, fax machine, scanner, monitor, multi-line telephone, printer, typewriter and calculator
• Skilled in typing and data entry
• Ability to drive in accordance with MMR standards. Pass all driving examinations, both written and road tests
• Ability to effectively express oneself in the English language, both verbally and written, in order to communicate with medical and lay personnel
• Ability to respond politely and professionally to patients, patients' families, hospital staff, bystanders and other emergency service workers
• Must complete initial and annual Bloodborne Pathogens Training
• Must be at least 18 years old

Physical Factors:

Must be able to lift a minimum of 265 pounds (175 lb. patient and approximately 90 lb. stretcher) with assistance from one other qualified individual. (This ability is quantified through a physical ability test). Must be able to lift a minimum of 100 pounds, by yourself, at a waist high level and carry a distance without pausing. (This ability is quantified through a physical ability test). Has visual acuity of at least 20/40 (Snellen) in each eye, with corrective lenses and a field of vision in the horizontal meridian not less than a total 140 degrees; ability to distinguish traffic colors (red, green, amber); hearing should be adequate in the better ear for conversational tones without the use of hearing aids. Due to the unpredictability of this type of organization, it is not always possible to guarantee meal and/or break periods. Therefore, the person must have no physical condition that would prohibit him/her from working 12 hours without a break, and/or an uninterrupted meal period. Meet minimum requirements of MMR post-employment physical examination, physical ability test and drug screen.

Working Conditions:

Hours of work may vary to include early mornings, late evenings and weekends. Frequently, when responding to a location, the individual will sit in an emergency vehicle. The emergency vehicles are equipped with a vehicle seat. Frequent to continuous standing and walking when responding to calls, going to and from the emergency vehicle, getting patients to and from their locations and rendering treatment. Walking and running may vary. Standing, walking and running could be on all types of surfaces including, but not limited to, asphalt, cement, concrete, soft/packed dirt, linoleum, wood, etc. Frequently lifting, carrying, bending, stopping, crouching, kneeling, reaching, pushing and pulling, handling and grasping. Occasionally climbing. When responding to emergencies, can be exposed to dust, fumes, gases, fire, smoke, adverse weather conditions and chemicals. There is potential for bodily harm from violent patients, bystanders or other dangers. Frequently hectic work with exposure to highly emotional situations.