EMT Advanced - PRN

Summary

Job Description:

Baptist Health is looking for PRN AEMT to join our Transport EMS team at Baptist Health Louisville!

• Provides patient care within the medical director approved department protocols and applicable state scope of practice for an EMT-A.
• Conducts thorough patient assessments to identify injuries, illnesses, or medical emergencies.
• Provides basic life support, including CPR, airway management, and use of AEDs.
• Applies splints, bandages, and other devices to stabilize fractures, dislocations, and wounds.
• Administers approved medications as per protocols, including oxygen, glucose, and epinephrine.
• Provides care for a variety of emergencies, including cardiac, respiratory, neurological, and trauma cases.
• Provides compassionate care and emotional support to patients and their families during transport to medical facilities.
• Monitors vital signs and adjust treatment interventions as necessary to ensure patient stability and comfort.
• Utilize medical equipment within approved protocol to initiate or maintain patient care.
• Lifts and moves patients to and from stretchers, frequently lifting more than 250lbs in a team setting.
• Secures patients properly and monitors their condition during transport to medical facilities.
• Continuously monitors patient condition and respond to changes during transport.
• Safely transports patients under various weather and road conditions to medical facilities using designated EMS vehicles while adhering to traffic laws and safety regulations.
• Communicates effectively with receiving medical personnel to provide a detailed patient handover and report on the patient's condition, treatment provided, and any pertinent medical history.
• Maintains accurate and detailed records of patient assessments, treatments, and transportation activities.
• Completes patient care reports (PCRs) in a timely manner, documenting all relevant information according to established guidelines and protocols.
• Collaborates with other healthcare professionals and agencies to ensure continuity of care and accurate documentation.
• Ensures all EMS equipment and supplies are properly stocked, maintained, and functional at all times.
• Performs routine checks and inspections of EMS vehicles to verify operational readiness and compliance with safety standards per applicable state regulations.
• Reports any equipment malfunctions or vehicle deficiencies to the appropriate personnel for timely resolution.
• Works effectively to collaborate with police, fire, and other emergency response teams during incidents.

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalency required.

• Kentucky EMT-Advanced Certification for AEMT.

• BLS for Healthcare Provider issued by AHA or ARC.

• Other certifications and specialty training as required by the Kentucky Board of EMS.

• Valid driver's license.

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