Emergency Vehicle Operator EVO
Emergency Vehicle Operator EVO
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USD 30000 - 30000
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EMERGENCY VEHICLE OPERATOR
The EVO assists Emergency Medical Technicians in providing life support and transport of sick and injured persons in and out of hospital settings. Provides EVOlevel emergency medical care to patients. Operates ambulance and maintains a good working relationship with all customer groups and agencies.
This full time position is a great introduction to EMS as a career with a starting base salary of $30000 and the opportunity for growth.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Operates an ambulance and transports patients.
- Operates and monitors emergency medical equipment per EVO protocols.
- Communicates with MEMSCommunication Center and other agencies while in transport or while responding to calls.
- Timely completes all required documentation with appropriate and accurate information.
- Adheres to all operating and safety policies and procedures.
- Assists in maintaining supplies and equipment as well as general upkeep and cleaning of ambulances.
- Knowledge of prehospital emergency medical protocols procedures and treatments.
- Familiarity with the service area and the ability to read a map.
- Arkansas Emergency Vehicle Operatorcertificate.
- American Heart Association Healthcare Provider CPR.
QUALIFICATIONS: KNOWLEDGE SKILLS ABILITIES
- Valid Arkansas drivers license acceptable driving record and two or more years driving experience.
- Must have acceptable Accuplacer scores the college extrance exam which is offered onsite at MEMS at no cost to you.
- Must be physically fit and able to pass a preemploymentphysical examination.
- Must pass a criminal background check and drug screening.
- Ability to speak clearly and effectively in person and over the telephone and radio.
- Ability to work effectively with a wide variety of people.
- Ability to remain calm during stressful situations.
- Ability to present caring and professional image.
WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Schedules include 10 12 and 14 hour shifts on a regular rotation including some weekends. Physical demands include:
- Frequent lifting of 110 pounds to include lifting and carrying stretchers with and without patients.
- Pushing pulling and carrying various medical equipment.
- Climbing balancing stooping kneeling reaching bending twisting lifting walking and running.
- Driving using 2way radio and other devices.
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Occasional respirator use.
- Hearing that by audiometric testing demonstrates no worse than a moderate loss of hearing in one ear or no more than a mild loss in both ears.
- Requires corrected or uncorrected vision 20/40in each eye & with both eyes together.
MEMS is an equalopportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race color sex religion sexual orientation national origin disability genetic information pregnancy or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal state or local laws.
This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization including hiring recruiting promotion termination layoff recall leave of absence compensation benefits and training. MEMS makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications merit and current operational needs.
MEMS is committed to providing a safe and healthful workplace. In keeping with this commitment we maintain a drug alcohol and smokefree working environment. Smoking and tobacco products are not permitted in our facilities in our vehicles or on company grounds. Preemployment drug testing is required of all candidates. Employees in safetysensitive positions including EMT Paramedic and Emergency Medical Dispatcher are subject to random drug screens.
Applicants certify that the information provided in this application is true and complete and understand that intentional false statements could lead to dismissal as an employee or rejection as an applicant.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
