EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN (EMT) I

Overview

Responsibilities

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES(*Essential Functions)

Qualifications

JOB SPECIFICATIONS(Minimum Requirements)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide tasks appropriate to the infant, child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patient during an emergency.
• Ability to assess need for and perform CPR.
• Meets mental and physical requirements of the job.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to relate appropriately to patients, co-workers, clients, and public.
• Follow directions and performs assignments in a prompt, efficient manner.
• Ability to adapt to period of high service activity and stressful environment, as well as, periods of low activity.

EDUCATION

• High School Diploma/GED Equivalent Required
• 1 Healthcare/Medical Preferred
• Certified EMT - State of Indiana
• CPR- (AHA/BLS)
• Healthcare Provider National Registry
• National Registry EMT

STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR Meets the Standards of Behavior as outlined in Personnel Policy and Procedure #1, Employee Relations Code.

CONFIDENTIALITY/HIPAA/CORPORATE COMPLIANCE Demonstrates knowledge of procedures for protecting and maintaining security, confidentiality and integrity of employee, patient, family, organizational and other medical information. Understands and supports the commitment of Methodist Hospitals in adhering to federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations governing ethical business practices for healthcare providers.

DISCLAIMER - The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. The statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.