EMT Per Diem

The primary purpose of the Emergency Medical Technician Per Diem position is to on a per diem as needed basis provide prehospital Basic Life Support (BLS) in all weather conditions in concert with other EMS employees and as a member of the patient care team under the supervision of an EMS Supervisor to patients of all ages and from all populations who experience any serious illness or injury using age and population appropriate equipment and techniques to safely assess treat lift and move patients to the transport vehicle and transport them to an appropriate medical facility while completing all required documentation and other assigned duties supporting efficient EMS operations and representing University Hospital and EMS in a positive and professional manner.

The Emergency Medical Technician must have at least two 2 years EMS experience and two 2 years of EMS driving experience with a good driving record. It is preferred that the EMT have completed the Certified Emergency Vehicle Operator (CEVO) training course. It is preferred that he/she possess a valid PreHospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) or Basic Trauma Life Support (BTLS) provider card. The Emergency Medical Technician must be able to pass a medical evaluation and a respirator fit test and wear an N95 particulate filter respirator mask in accordance with PEOSHA standards as a condition of employment. Bilingual English/Spanish skills preferred. Previous experience with electronic medical records preferred. The Emergency Medical Technician must possess and maintain current and active credentials in good standing (as determined by initial and periodic Primary Source Verification) as follows:

Credential Required: Active valid certification as an Emergency Medical Technician. Certification issued by the National Registry OR states of NJ PA NY DE MD VA WV or the District of Columbia or any other member of the Atlantic EMS council. NJ EMT Reciprocity must be obtained within six months of employment.

Drivers license with NJ driving privileges. Drivers license must be in accordance with the DOT/MVC regulations for the type/size/weight of the vehicle(s) as assigned. Must be an authorized driver approved by Logistical Services.

American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for the Healthcare Provider

Incident Command System (ICS) Level 100

National Incident Management System (NIMS) Awareness

Primary Source Verification: NJ Department of Health Office of Emergency Medical Services NJ Motor Vehicle Commission Tabb Inc.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The Emergency Medical Technician must be in excellent physical condition able to work in all weather and environmental conditions able to lift and move patients in all circumstances. The Emergency Medical Technician must be able to perform all duties consistent with providing BLS in the prehospital environment. Must be able to lift 50 lbs frequently and up to 125 lbs. occasionally.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The Emergency Medical Technician will on a routine and daily basic be required to see hear smell speak sit walk lift drive and communicate in English both verbally and in writing. In certain situations the Emergency Medical Technician may be required to kneel crawl climb or jump. The Emergency Medical Technician may in rare circumstances be required to work under austere conditions such as disaster settings dangerous situations or hazardous environments.