EMT

Purpose of Job:

This position is responsible for responding to emergency and non-emergency requests to provide efficient and immediate assessment, treatment and transportation of the non-critically ill and/or injured patient in the pre-hospital setting and other settings within the scope of training under a physician medical control authority.

Job Functions:

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   Provides basic life support as needed in compliance with state, local and RMC procedures.
   
   
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   Establishes positive rapport with each patient and patient's family ensuring a gentle and attentive transport.
   
   
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   Responds to emergencies by choosing route, observing traffic conditions, avoiding dangerous situations, and maintaining communications with dispatcher.
   
   
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   Completes reports accurately.
   
   
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   Ensures operation of equipment by completing preventative maintenance, following manufacturer's instructions, troubleshooting malfunctions and reports necessary repairs.
   
   
6. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education/Work Experience

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Must be at least 18 years of age in order to meet Ridgeview's insurability requirements

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

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  Strong interpersonal, organizational and teambuilding skills
  
  
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  Ability to meet and maintain the necessary background checks as aligned with position functions
  
  
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  Ability to communicate in the English language for effective written and verbal correspondence in order to complete job functions as mentioned above
  
  
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  Ability to calculate weight and volume ratio's
  
  
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  Ability to employ discretion and confidentiality in sensitive areas
  
  
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  Ability to maintain minimum qualified certifications and a good driving record
  
  
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  Demonstrated map reading skills
  
  
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  Accessibility via phone to contact for on-call, rotating shift, weekend and holiday shifts
  
  
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  Ability to respond appropriately to unpredictable situations and diverse patient populations
  
  
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  Ability to communicate in the English language for effective written and verbal correspondence in order to complete job functions as mentioned above
  
  

License/Certifications

• Current state of MN EMT certification
• Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification
• Valid MN driver's license and meets Ridgeview's insurability requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous EMT experience preferred

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