EMT-AMBULANCE - IEMS (91100119)

FLSA Status

Job Role Summary

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Provides emergency medical care at the basic life support level according to Indianapolis EMS practices and policies, established protocols, verbal and written orders and state regulations
• Monitors patients while in transport and continues treatment initiated on the scene
• Drives an emergency vehicle under emergent and non-emergent conditions
• Perform patient assessments and initiate appropriate treatment
• Assists the paramedic as indicated
• Maintains ambulance in operable conditions, which includes cleanliness, orderliness and prompt restocking of equipment and supplies; determines vehicle readiness by checking fuel, lights, tires, and start/stop capabilities
• Maintain communication and medical equipment in the field and report defects for repair or replacement Respond to runs from dispatcher
• Coordinate with healthcare facilities regarding patients' vital statistics
• Complete patient care reports and other documentation
• Provides age-appropriate care (i.e. neo-natal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, geriatric)
• Coordinates public safety personnel in emergency situations

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Indiana Emergency Medical Technician - Basic Certification
• Valid Indiana Driver's License - must meet and remain in compliance with IEMS driver eligibility policy
• American Heart Association CPR Certification
• Emergency Vehicle Operator Certification
• Continuing education to maintain all required certifications

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Normal use of limbs, eyes, ears and voice required to treat patients and to operate sophisticated electronic devices
• Hear spoken information from co-workers, patients, physicians, dispatchers, other allied health personnel bystanders, and public safety professionals and sound in common to the emergency scene
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Exercises independent judgment in critical, emergency situations
• Detail oriented
• Interact in a calm, effective and courteous manner with patients, public, and hospital staff