Job Description

As a member of the EMS team, the EMT-B provides direct and indirect patient care through protocols set by Wyoming Medical Center EMS Department and is accountable for and provides care within set standards of practice. The EMT-B maintains certifications and interdepartmental skills by participating in the continuing education, practical skills testing and the re-certification process set by the state of Wyoming and Wyoming Medical Center.

• The employee shall comply with all safety and health standards, and all rules, regulations, and orders which are applicable to the individual's own position, actions, and conduct.
• Operates ambulance.
• Performs ambulance cleaning and inspection.
• Performs light housekeeping.
• Responds to patient call lights.
• Performs application of splints.
• Performs environmental safety checks.
• Reads and utilizes communications materials.
• Assists gastric lavage.
• Performs suction.
• Provides evaluation of outcome.
• Assists with intervention and action.
• Assists with hypo- or hyperthermia response.
• Performs application of restraints or alternatives to restraint in compliance with policy.
• Performs and assists with patient transfers.
• Provides burn care for first and second degree burns.
• Assists with C-spine immobilization.
• Assists with dressing changes and wound care.
• Performs oxygen administration.
• Provide basic life support.
• Assists nursing, paramedic, and physician personnel as needed.
• Maintains a record of monthly procedures and activities.
• Performs Automated Electronic Defibrillation (AED).
• Performs ambulance maintenance.
• Maintain rigs and supplies in a constant state of readiness.
• Documents patient intake and output Follows aseptic technique.
• Complies with Do No Resuscitate (DNR) orders and relevant policies.
• Complies with occurrence reporting guidelines and responsibilities.
• Maintains regulatory standards for quality assurance, e.g. The Joint Commission, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), etc.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications  Preferred

• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Motivations Preferred

• Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
• Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Education Required

• High School or better.

Licenses & Certifications Required

• Driver's License
• Basic Life Support
• EMT