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SalaryEMT
Responsibilities:
- Applies splints or other immobilization devices to reduce dislocation on the scene, as required aids in extricating accident victims from damaged vehicles, while giving emergency medical treatment during the process
- Provides basic life support service to stabilize person in life threatening situations resulting from trauma and other medical emergencies including administration of oxygen, suctioning, inserting airways, artificial and cardiopulmonary resuscitation, emergency childbirth, limited medications, anti-shock suit, AED and other medical tasks
- Uses a variety of emergency medical equipment in giving emergency treatment on the scene and in transit such as cervical collars, air splints, suction equipment, cold bags, oxygen and resuscitation equipment, ventilators, airways, pulse oximeter, AED etc.
- Determines appropriate medical facility to which patient will be transported and transports patient while providing ongoing medical care on route as necessary
- While transporting trauma victims, obtains vital information to be relayed to hospital personnel, such as blood pressure, pulse, respiration, medical history, etc.
- Operates a two-way radio for a voice medical emergency radio link with medical control for hospital notification and on-line medical control.
- Follows all safety procedures including emergency vehicle operation, exposure to bodily fluids, use of personal protective equipment, disposal of medical waste, decontamination of equipment and techniques for proper lifting of patients.
- Complies with regulations in handling deceased.
Qualifications, Experiences & Requirements:
- Works efficiently and has a quick response time
- Graduated from an accredited EMT/Paramedic Program
