EMT

Job Description

Job Description

EMT

We are seeking a caring and friendly EMT at John Knox Village, a leading healthcare and life plan community located in Pompano Beach.

In this role, the selected candidate will respond to emergency calls from Residents, Employees and Visitors in a efficient and professional manner.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Rapid response to emergency calls from a dispatcher such as requests for medical assistance following emergency response proceedings.
• Assess emergency medical situation and perform physical examinations as needed.
• Administer first aid treatment and other emergency care to sick or injured persons and assist with facilitating the transport to medical facilities
• Determine whether ER visit is needed.
• Provide emergency medical care and other treatment pursuant to EMT certification.
• Utilize necessary medical equipment to treat and ascertain the extent of injury or illness.
• Complete incident reports documenting any medical response calls on campus.

POSITION SKILL REQUIREMENTS

Technical skills and Knowledge

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Possess and maintain a State Certified EMT Basic, Intermediate, or Paramedic license.
• Valid Driver's License.
• 2 to 4 years of related experience.
• Must have strong attention to detail and note taking skills.
• Ability to effectively manage stressful situations and more than one task at a time.
• Must be able to sit, stand and patrol for long periods of time.
• Ability to lift and push at least 50 pounds, and have the stamina, endurance, and flexibility to repeatedly lift, bend, and kneel.

Interpersonal Skills

• Outstanding communication skills. Ability to read, write and speak in English.
• Able to effectively communicate via two-way radios.
• Demonstrated ability to remain calm at all times.
• Demonstrated ability to be helpful, courteous and attentive.

John Knox Village is a not-for-profit Life Care Retirement Community offering a full range of independent living, assisted living and skilled nursing care options for more than 1,000 senior residents on our 70-acre campus, located in Pompano Beach, convenient to major highways and transportation options.