EMT-Basic - Lexington Transport - FT
Core
Administers basic life support care and transports patients in pre-hospital and acute settings, responding to 911 emergencies and providing cardiac and trauma support.
Role type
EMT-Basic (Ground Transport)
Builds
Patient transport to hospital and non-hospital sites
Domain
Healthcare / Emergency Medical Services
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Basic life support administration, patient assessment, emergency procedures (extrication, defibrillation), medication administration, driving, record keeping, insurance billing knowledge
Preferred skills
N/A
Technologies
Basic computer skills, applicable software
Responsibilities
Assess nature and extent of illness or injury to prioritize medical procedures; Administer emergency procedures and medications; Observe, record, and report patient condition to physician or command center; Maintain and stock assigned units; Transport patients observing safety guidelines; Follow state/federal laws and agency protocols regarding safety and patient care