EMT

Essential Functions:

• Operate under the guidelines of assignment of personnel to units
• Address service-related concerns, participate in investigations, and recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency and quality
• Ensure unit has adequate resources throughout operations
• Report to ALS provider when necessary
• Promote safety and security measures, making recommendations for improvements and taking immediate action when necessary; comply with accident and injury reporting
• Maintain effective communication with various departments, keeping them informed and up to date on relevant information
• Handle protected health information in compliance with HIPAA regulations
• Participate actively in companywide events and meetings, demonstrating support for LifeCare’s mission, values, and quality standards
• Gathers and prepares the necessary material for audits
• Performs related work as required.

Education and Experience

• State of Ohio Certified Emergency Medical Technician required
• High school diploma, or equivalent
• State of Ohio Driver's License

Physical and Mental Requirements:

• Standing, walking, sitting, lifting/carrying up to 150lbs unassisted, pushing, pulling, climbing, balancing, kneeling, crouching, reaching
• Memorization/concentration, learning/knowledge retention, preparing/analyzing data, use of interfaced communication devices (phones, computers, radios, etc), emotional and behavioral self-regulation, interacting with others, high stress situations
• Able to manage dangerous situations, emergency situations, incarcerated individuals, animals, comprehension, organization, and decision-making.

Working Environment

• Extreme cold/heat, humidity, wet, noise, hazards, temperature changes, atmospheric changes, vibration, extreme darkness/brightness, radiation, chemical/hazardous waste, gases/gas leaks, electrical hazards, acidic or harsh substances, infectious diseases, blood-borne pathogens, fumes/airborne particles, allergens, confined spaces, high or precarious places, ladders/step stools, moving mechanical parts
• Computer use, monitors
• Operating light and heavy equipment