EMT .75 FTE Weekend Package Nights ($18/hr Shift Differential)

Emergency Medical Technician

Schedule FTE: .75 Working 5 out of 6 weekends. Every 6th weekend off, with holiday rotation.

Primary Functions:

• Provides care to sick and injured patients in pre-hospital settings.
• May provide care to patients having more complex medical or trauma problems in extenuating circumstances.
• Possesses broad-based clinical skills including communication, mentoring, advocacy, critical thinking, accountability for self, peers and others and assisting in maintaining a healthy work environment.

Minimum Requirements:

• Education, Experience, and Training:
• Must be a graduate of an accredited Emergency Medical Technician program and possess valid Iowa EMT certification.
• Must maintain an acceptable Motor Vehicle Driving Record.
• Previous experience as an EMT preferred.
• Must have thorough knowledge of emergency care equipment, vehicle operation and maintenance, and advanced EMT-P procedures.
• Ability to learn and navigate computer systems including the online training modules, the employee timesheet and the performance appraisal system. Job specific systems are also required.
• Must be able to read, speak, and write fluent English.
• Physical Requirements:
• Sitting – Approximately 25% of shift.
• Standing – Approximately 50% of shift.
• Walking – Approximately 50% of shift.
• Lifting – Approximately 50 pounds. Must use, and require others to use, when in hospital and/or pre-hospital settings, proper body mechanics and ergonomics and, as applicable, lifting/moving devices.
• Twisting – Infrequent.
• Bending – Moderate.
• Squat/Kneel – Approximately 25% of shift.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position without compromising patient care or satisfaction.