General Summary of Position

Are you looking for a PRN position within an exciting and rewarding career where you can make a difference every day?
Join our ground transport team in Baltimore or Clinton, Maryland as an Emergency Vehicle Operator/EMT where you’ll medically transport patients to other medical/hospital facilities working closely with Paramedics and Critical Care nurses.

MedStar Health is a great place to work and grow your career! We provide a supportive and inclusive work environment, comprehensive health and wellness benefits, generous PTO, tuition assistance, retirement plans, and many other benefits focused on your wellbeing. MedStar Health uses top of the line equipment, including power loaders so our EMTs don't have to do the heavy lifting!


Primary Duties and Responsibilities

  • Safely and efficiently operates the ground ambulance obeying all driving laws.
  • Conducts an inspection of the assigned ambulance at the beginning of each shift to ensure the ambulance is ready and safe for use.
  • As part of the programs safety management system, provides feedback and participates in program safety initiatives.
  • Contributes to the achievement of established department goals and objectives and adheres to department policies, procedures, quality standards and safety standards. Complies with governmental and accreditation regulations.
  • Ensures cleanliness and appropriate par levels of supplies in transport vehicle(s).
  • Establishes and maintains professional radio communications with MedSTAR and other agencies, adhering to appropriate FCC protocols.
  • Initiates department standing orders in appropriate patients. Performs basic airway techniques including oxygen therapy. May perform bag-mask ventilation according to established departmental protocols in emergency situations.
  • Maintains a safe and therapeutic environment of caring for patients and families. Provides basic patient comfort measures during procedures. When necessary, provides environmental support to expedite timely patient admission or transfer. Identifies and acts upon opportunities to improve the environment of care.
  • Participates in MedSTAR Transport safety program.
  • Participates in meetings and on committees and represents the department and hospital in community outreach efforts.

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    Minimum Qualifications
    Education

    • High School Diploma or GED required
    • Successful completion of an approved EMT course. required
    • Completion of an approved emergency vehicle driving course prior to release from orientation. required

    Experience

    • 1-2 years EMT experience preferred

    Licenses and Certifications

    • NREMT - National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians-Basic (EMT-B) required
    • EMT - Emergency Medical Tech in the District of Columbia within 30 Days required
    • EMT - Emergency Medical Tech in Maryland required
    • MedSTAR Transport" or "Mid Atlantic Air Transportation Services" affiliation as an EMT prior to release from orientation required
    • CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (includes BLS and NRP) for healthcare providers from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross within 90 Days required
    • Additional unit/specialty certifications may vary by department or business unit.
    • FEMA ICS 100 Course prior to release from orientation required
    • FEMA ICS 200 Course FEMA IS-200.c Basic Incident Command systems for Initial Response prior to release from orientation required
    • DL - Valid State Driver's License in good standing required
    • No more than four p

      Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

      • Effective interpersonal skills, including verbal and written communication.
      • Basic computer skills preferred.


      This position has a hiring range of $21.83 - $33.49