EMT-Ambulance-PRN

Gunnison Valley Health Paramedics (GVHP) are seeking a PRN EMT to join our team and support our mission of serving the residents and visitors of Gunnison County. GVHP operates three 24/7 ambulances on a 48/96 schedule responding to over 1,600 calls annually. With a response area near 4,400 square miles of both urban and rural geography, our team of providers must be prepared to operate in austere environmental conditions, practicing medicine on extended and remote scenes. Our providers operate under progressive guidelines, delivering industry-leading treatment including pre-hospital blood product administration, mechanical ventilation with Hamilton T1 ventilators and POC lab testing. GVHP also lead and support rescue operations including technical rope rescue, swift water, wildland fire and TEMS.

The GVHP EMT is responsible for working collaboratively with his or her assigned ALS partner and department personnel to provide direct patient care and management of scene logistics. The EMT is expected to possess foundational knowledge of basic life support practices, urban and backcountry medicine, all hazards response and interfacility transfers. The EMT is also responsible for prompt patient care documentation and other duties as assigned.

Successful completion of a class that meets or exceeds the requirements set forth by the USDOT for EMT. High School Diploma or equivalent.

The ability to efficiently communicate verbally, via telephone and radio equipment; ability to lift, carry and balance up to 125 pounds (250 with assistance); ability to work effectively in an environment with frequent auditory and visual interference; ability to function efficiently throughout an entire work shift; The ability to read and understand English language manuals and road maps; ability to document, in writing, all relevant information in prescribed format in light of legal ramifications of such; ability to converse in English with coworkers and hospital staff as to status and care of the patients. and the ability to withstand varied environmental conditions such as extreme heat, cold, and moisture. Valid Colorado state EMT certification required. National Registry EMT certification required. Compensation: $14.78 - $19.39/hour based on experience, education and certifications with a 15% PRN differential after clearing FTO and committing to PRN requirements.

Continuously (37‑100%) - must be able to see with corrective eyewear, must be able to hear clearly with assistance

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