1. Perform routine maintenance checks on vehicles and equipment at the beginning of each shift, and record and submit lists to Paramedic Supervisor. *
2. Document and report vehicle and equipment malfunctions to Paramedic Supervisor/ EMT Supervisor on duty. *
3. Receive "call" information from the dispatch center, and drive the ambulance to the scene. *
4. Assist patients by providing proper medical care and treatment. *
5. Assess patient conditions to include obtaining patient histories, vital signs and providing shock treatments; maintain proficiency in applying dressings and bandages, oxygen therapy, splinting, back-boarding, and suctioning.
6. Maintain cleanliness of equipment and ambulances, and restock supplies used after each "call."
7. Complete "trip information" form and/or PCR to include patient information, location, and treatments administered for all calls during shift.
8. Attend in-house training and staff meetings as required to learn new techniques and maintain current skills. *
9. Maintain crew areas in a neat and orderly fashion as needed.
10. Follow company Standard Operating Procedures, radio communication procedures, established Department of Transportation guidelines, state regulations, ‘sponsor’ hospital guidelines, and company policies as required. *
11. Maintain all required state and county certifications/licenses that pertain to the position of EMT-B as listed in certifications and licenses below. *
12. Perform other related duties as assigned.
2. Document and report vehicle and equipment malfunctions to Paramedic Supervisor/ EMT Supervisor on duty. *
3. Receive "call" information from the dispatch center, and drive the ambulance to the scene. *
4. Assist patients by providing proper medical care and treatment. *
5. Assess patient conditions to include obtaining patient histories, vital signs and providing shock treatments; maintain proficiency in applying dressings and bandages, oxygen therapy, splinting, back-boarding, and suctioning.
6. Maintain cleanliness of equipment and ambulances, and restock supplies used after each "call."
7. Complete "trip information" form and/or PCR to include patient information, location, and treatments administered for all calls during shift.
8. Attend in-house training and staff meetings as required to learn new techniques and maintain current skills. *
9. Maintain crew areas in a neat and orderly fashion as needed.
10. Follow company Standard Operating Procedures, radio communication procedures, established Department of Transportation guidelines, state regulations, ‘sponsor’ hospital guidelines, and company policies as required. *
11. Maintain all required state and county certifications/licenses that pertain to the position of EMT-B as listed in certifications and licenses below. *
12. Perform other related duties as assigned.