Emergency Medical Technician EMT - Emergency Department ED - FT Nights

A unit based Technician that will provide direct assistance in patient care of diverse ED patient population. This position will also be directly responsible to perform duties such as Point of Care Testing, General Phlebotomy, and Sample Collection. Within the scope of practice of the EMT Intermediate/Advanced, promotes and establishes criteria for the delivery of quality care. Under the direction of Licensed Nursing Staff provides assistance and performs care within the scope of practice. This position will care for patients in the adolescent, adult, and geriatric age groups. Employee performs clinical duties in accordance with population specific guidelines and adheres to National Patient Safety Goals as outlined in policy and procedures. Work shift/schedule: 12 Hr Evening - Morning.

Responsibilities

Provide direct assistance in patient care of diverse ED patient population; Perform Point of Care Testing, General Phlebotomy, and Sample Collection; Promote and establish criteria for the delivery of quality care; Provide care for adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients under the direction of Licensed Nursing Staff; Abide by patient safety standard guidelines; Maintain a safe, comfortable, clean, and therapeutic environment; Prioritize workload based on actual or potential urgency; Report vital signs and patient updates documentation on all assigned patients; Promptly identify and report physical and mental status changes to licensed staff; Participate in assessment of patient's physical and emotional needs and communicate findings to appropriate health care provider; Demonstrate competency in preparing, assisting and discharging patients; Demonstrate knowledge of dysrhythmias and conduction abnormalities; Support ED Clinicians in managing and obtaining interpretation of STEMI EKGs; Perform satisfactorily in mock codes and emergency drills; Correctly perform routine venipuncture, peripheral IV access, micro-collection and other special collection techniques; Ensure integrity of submitted clinical specimens; Attain proficiency with required IT systems; Maintain EMT Intermediate or Advanced licensure per Georgia Office of EMS requirements; Use performance measures to assess and improve delivery of research-based practices; Promote outcomes demonstrating high quality and safe care; Implement quality and safety strategies based on current data and risk anticipation; Promote a culture of continuous quality improvement within the unit; Evaluate patient handoffs and transitions of care

Requirements

Current EMT Intermediate or EMT Advanced license in the State of Georgia; High School Diploma or GED; Certificate or Diploma from Accredited Learning Institute in Emergency Medical Technology (required to meet POC testing requirements); At least one (1) year of experience providing direct care to patients in the pre-hospital, ED, or Office environment (preferred); Documented experience and proficiency in peripheral venous sampling and IV Access; Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills; Ability to provide input and feedback into process improvement activities; Knowledge of basic medical skills and equipment within scope of EMT; Ability to work autonomously, anticipating needs of patients and team; Excellent clinical knowledge and skills as demonstrated by competency assessment; Ability to teach and give verbal and written instruction in a comprehensive manner