Emergency Medical Technician -Alpena EMS

Basic Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

This position provides basic life support procedures from the time of arrival to a patient until patient care is relinquished to someone who holds a higher licensure and will continue medical care. The Basic Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) must have knowledge of assessment and the skills to manage a wide variety of life threatening illnesses or injuries. Provides continuing care during transfers between hospitals and routine care during non-emergency transports.

Responsibilities:

• Performs patient assessment and physical exam on all patients so as to provide Emergency Room physician with a clear, concise picture of the patient's condition.
• Assists in the management of co-responders to the scene of accidents, fire or medical emergencies.
• Arranges and performs timely and efficient transportation to the appropriate facility for continued patient care. Monitors patient condition.
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