EMT

Job Specific Competencies

• Renders emergency medical care to sick, disabled or injured individual(s) based on signs, symptoms or complaints.
• Communicates via two-way radio with dispatch
• Assists in the transporting of a patient(s) with patients movement devices.
• Drivers a licensed ambulance from the scene to a medical facility.
• Completes run information form documenting the care provided to the patient.
• Inspects the ambulance before and after calls for compliance with safety regulations
• Participates in cleaning, restocking and disinfecting after each call.
• Performs other duties as requested or required by EMS management.
• Assures that each run sheet is completely filled out with all the required information.
• Assures that the battery on each AED and portable suction unit is charged
• Notifies a supervisor of any deficiencies regarding maintenance, equipment, or supplies
• Have all medical release forms signed when applicable
• Insures all policies and procedures are followed on each response
• Assesses the need for additional services and makes the appropriate requests
• Make decisions regarding patient care, hospital destination and use of services
• Ability to read a map, knowledge of State, County and other public roadways.
• Ability to perform duties in stressful and sometimes life‑threatening situations
• Ability to express understanding and compassion to patients and others in a crisis situation
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with employees, other agencies and public.
• Knowledge of NJAC Statue 8:40
• Knowledge of other standards, rules, regulations, and policies related to EMS.

Education + Experience Requirements

• One Year (1) EMT experience

CREDENTIALS + QUALIFICATIONS

• NJ EMT/EMP-P Certified
• American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Provider
• HazMat Training at the awareness level or higher
• NIMS 700 IC-100 CEVO II / III certification within 3 months of employment
• Current Drivers License

Day & Evening Shifts