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FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
Job Role Summary
The Emergency Medical Technician responds in an emergency vehicle under emergent and non-emergent conditions and provides emergency medical care at the basic life support level.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
Provides emergency medical care at the basic life support level according to Indianapolis EMS practices and policies, established protocols, verbal and written orders and state regulations
Monitors patients while in transport and continues treatment initiated on the scene
Drives an emergency vehicle under emergent and non-emergent conditions
Perform patient assessments and initiate appropriate treatment
Assists the paramedic as indicated
Maintains ambulance in operable conditions, which includes cleanliness, orderliness and prompt restocking of equipment and supplies; determines vehicle readiness by checking fuel, lights, tires, and start/stop capabilities
Maintain communication and medical equipment in the field and report defects for repair or replacement Respond to runs from dispatcher
Coordinate with healthcare facilities regarding patients' vital statistics
Complete patient care reports and other documentation
Provides age-appropriate care (i.e. neo-natal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, geriatric)
Coordinates public safety personnel in emergency situations
Job Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
Indiana Emergency Medical Technician - Basic Certification
Valid Indiana Driver's License - must meet and remain in compliance with IEMS driver eligibility policy
American Heart Association CPR Certification
Emergency Vehicle Operator Certification
Continuing education to maintain all required certifications
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Normal use of limbs, eyes, ears and voice required to treat patients and to operate sophisticated electronic devices
Hear spoken information from co-workers, patients, physicians, dispatchers, other allied health personnel bystanders, and public safety professionals and sound in common to the emergency scene
Excellent verbal communication skills
Exercises independent judgment in critical, emergency situations
Detail oriented
Interact in a calm, effective and courteous manner with patients, public, and hospital staff
It is Indianapolis EMS' philosophy and policy to treat employees and applicants fairly and without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran's status or physical or mental ability. Discrimination against any employee or applicant based on any of these conditions will not be allowed or tolerated. For additional questions please contact us at 317-630-7427 or humanresources@indianapolisems.org.
