This role involves the safe transport of patients while providing basic life support procedures in compliance with all relevant regulations. The position requires an individual dedicated to excellent patient care and service.
Responsibilities
Ensure daily customer happiness
Participate in the delivery of patient care to the level of their licensure
Assure that the medic unit or station is completely stocked, clean and in good order at the beginning and end of each shift
Examine patients and report medical conditions as directed by medical control and company policies
Prepare medical reports and invoices of runs made by the crew
Attend training sessions as required to maintain certification
Clean vehicle and patient care compartments and maintain stations in a neat, orderly fashion
Report vehicle and equipment malfunctions to the Control Center and/or appropriate supervisor
Help in performing routine maintenance checks on vehicle and equipment in conjunction with completion of medic unit or station checklist
Perform other roles and responsibilities as assigned
Requirements
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must maintain a valid Michigan driver
Must have a high school diploma or G.E.D.
Must possess current Emergency Medical Technician license issued by the state of Michigan
Must be interviewed by Life EMS designee
Must pass all Life EMS pre-employment requirements as outlined on the Conditional Offer of Employment
Must possess current BLS card
Must possess a current trauma or pediatric card (based on work location)
Ability to prepare detailed reports
Accurate, basic typing skills and computer operation knowledge
Must demonstrate positive, respectful behavior in dealing with people at all levels
Exceptional knowledge of emergency care procedures
Exceptional knowledge of common physical illnesses, symptoms, and appropriate medical terminology
Exceptional knowledge of city streets and traffic regulations
Demonstrate the ability to think and act quickly in stressful situations
Considerable skill in the application of emergency care procedures and equipment
Responsible for maintaining a good working relationship with fellow crew members, police, fire and the general public
COVID-19 Vaccination highly encouraged
Ability to stand, walk, use hands and fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell
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Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance visions, color visions, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus
Sit and drive using frequent wrist motions and forward reaches
Walk, climb stairs, carry medical equipment up to 70lbs
Push and pull wheelchairs while ascending or descending stairs with 130 pound patient
Lift, push and pull stretcher to load and unload 150 pound patient (with assistance of one other Paramedic)
Lift and transfer loads up to 150 pound (with assistance of one other Paramedic)
Climb ladder and crawl
Lifting one end of stretcher weighing 105lbs from chest to overhead (48
Ability to wear particulate respirator. Facial hair, except for a mustache to the corners of the mouth, is prohibited.
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Paid time off - two weeks of vacation time within your first year
100% scholarships for EMT and Paramedic schooling
Free continuing education classes
Life Insurance that is free coverage up to $40,000 for an associate
Additional coverage is available
Flexible spending accounts for medical and child care
Long term and short term disability insurance
401k retirement plan
Length of Service Bonuses
Free vaccinations
Uniforms are provided and an annual boot allowance
Associate Assistance Program with free counseling sessions for associates and their family members
Wellness Activities
Important Details
Schedule: 42 hour work week; may be required to work shifts outside of requested availability, including days, nights, weekends, or holidays
About the Company
Life EMS Ambulance is dedicated to being the very best in all that they do, committed to creating a rewarding work environment. They have received national and regional recognition as one of the "Top 100 Best & Brightest Workplaces" and strive to provide excellent patient care and service.
Life EMS Ambulance is the leading provider of medical transportation in West Michigan.
