AEMT (Advanced EMT)

This job was posted by https://www.kansasworks.com : For more information, please see: https://www.kansasworks.com/jobs/13687836 Marion County EMS is accepting applications for Kansas Certified AEMT's. We are seeking highly motivated and dedicated professionals to join our team! We are a progressive service providing both ALS and BLS units with a combination of full time and volunteer stations. Our EMS professionals enjoy receiving a very competitive wage and benefit package. Obtaining 144 hours of sick leave and 144 hours of vacation a year. In house continuing education with opportunities for out-of-house education. We are able to utilize Zoll vents, Lucas devices as well as RSI capabilities. Excellent BC/BS plans with KPERS retirement. Our team operates on a 48/96 rotation with an annual call volume of 1200 calls. There are no residency or on call requirements. Job description attached. ADVANCED EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN (A-EMT) Rev 6-2024 Department: Emergency Medical Services Reports To: Emergency Medical Service Director Position Summary Under the supervision of the Emergency Medical Service Director, the Advanced Emergency Medical Technician is a non-exempt position under the FLSA. The employee in this position must be able to deliver Basic Life Support procedures. This position is responsible for being proficient in providing basic emergency medical care to the victim(s), and take action to prevent unnecessary patient suffering or injury. The employee in this position may perform all functions found under the heading of EMR and EMT. The employee in this position also needs to have a good basic knowledge of state and federal regulations and requirements for ambulance services and personnel, as well as knowledge of current HIPAA requirements. Essential Functions ? Utilize continuous positive airway pressure devices; ? Advanced airway management; ? Transportation of a patient with a capped arterial line; ? Initiation of intraosseous infusion; ? Nebulized therapy; ? Manual defibrillation and cardioversion; ? Cardiac monitoring; ? Electrocardiogram (EKG) interpretation; ? Maintain IV electrolytes/antibiotic additives via IV pump during inter-facility transfers; ? Monitor, maintain, and shut off IV fluids without medications or nutrients via IV gravity or IV pump, as per protocol; ? Administration of medication by the following routes (as per protocol) includes nebulizer, intravenously, subcutaneous, intraosseously, intramuscularly, and sublingually; ? Initiation of intravenous catheter; Marginal Functions ? Monitors service and personnel for compliance with state and federal regulations; ? Maintains patient confidentiality responsible for keeping all medical records confidential; ? Familiar with HIPAA Privacy Act for Patients and crew members ? Other related duties as deemed necessary or as assigned; Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (A-EMT) EMS Department Minimum Position Requirements Experience: One to two years of medical experience is preferred. Education: A-EMT certified Skills: Knowledge of EMS equipment. Good working knowledge of medical terminology. Good communication skills. The ability to receive, understand, carry out, and communicate oral and written instructions. The ability to read maps and drive an emergency vehicle to site locations. Needs basic knowledge of state and federal regulations and requirements for ambulance services and personnel. Willingness to do what is reasonably necessary to keep a unit/crew in operation. Requires a valid Kansas drivers license. Knowledge of HIPAA regulations regarding patient privacy and billing. Ability to deal with public. Must be self-motivated; be able to be spontaneous, versatile, and able to work independently. Problem Solving: Day to day problem solving exists in this position. Problems include dealing with public and unforeseen vehicle emergencies. Must be willing to do what is necessary to keep all units in service. Must have an idea of what the Director would want done in a situation and be willing to take the necessary action should the need arise. Occasional after hours time is necessary to do this. Decision-Making: Day to day decision making exists in this position. Accountability: Employee is responsible for keeping all medical records confidential. Employee is accountable for Marion County property and safe operations of vehicles. Employee is not responsible for budgetary control of the department. Supervision: Limited supervision is provided by the EMS Director. Employee is under direct supervision of the EMS Shift Supervisor. Employee does not have supervisory responsibility over subordinate personnel. Personal Relations: Continual contact with other county departments, the general public, and ambulance crew members. r