EMT

The Gig

You're an EMT working interfacility ambulance transports. You'll provide basic medical care during those runs, working under the supervision of a paramedic or transport nurse and following established protocols. It's straightforward work that requires you to be sharp and ready every shift.

One thing you need to know up front: every associate in this role must pass a company provided N95 mask fit test. There are no exemptions or alternatives. If you can't pass it, you won't get the job. That's mandatory.

What You'll Actually Do

• Operate the ground ambulance safely and obey all driving laws.
• Inspect the ambulance at the start of each shift to make sure it's ready to go.
• Participate in the safety management system, giving feedback and joining safety initiatives.
• Keep the transport vehicle clean and stocked with the right supplies.
• Use professional radio communication with MedSTAR and other agencies, following FCC protocols.
• Initiate department standing orders when appropriate for patients.
• Perform basic airway techniques like oxygen therapy. In emergencies, you may do bag mask ventilation per protocol.
• Provide basic comfort measures for patients during procedures.
• Load and unload patients, medical equipment, and passengers from MedStar vehicles. You might also help unload and transport patients from other vehicles through MedSTAR to their assigned rooms.
• Help with environmental support to speed up patient admissions or transfers.
• Identify ways to improve the care environment and act on them.
• Participate in the MedSTAR Transport safety program, meetings, committees, and community outreach.
• Join multi disciplinary quality and service improvement teams.
• Do other duties as they come up.

What You Need

Education: High school diploma or GED is required. You also need to have completed an approved EMT course.

Experience: 1 2 years as an EMT is preferred.

Certifications & Licenses:

• NREMT Basic (EMT B) certification required.
• EMT certification in the District of Columbia within 30 days of hire required.
• EMT certification in Maryland within 30 days of hire required.
• Must be affiliated with MedSTAR Transport or Mid Atlantic Air Transportation Services as an EMT before release from orientation.
• CPR for healthcare providers (BLS) from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross within 90 days required.
• Additional unit specific certifications may be needed by department.
• FEMA ICS 100 course completed before release from orientation required.
• FEMA ICS 200 course (IS 200.c Basic Incident Command Systems for Initial Response) before release from orientation required.
• Valid state driver's license in good standing required. No more than four points on your license, and you must keep it that way.
• Completion of an approved Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (like CEVO or EVOC) before release from orientation required.

Skills That Matter

You need solid interpersonal skills, both verbal and written. Basic computer skills are preferred. That's it.

Pay

Hiring range for this position: USD $22.48 - USD $34.49 per hour.

How to Apply

Submit your resume through JobXi. If you meet the qualifications and pass the N95 fit test, you'll hear from us.