Overview
Job Overview
Department: BH Specialty Ambulance LR
Shift: PRN
Hours: 06:30 – 19:00 / 18:30 – 07:00
Position Summary:
This role involves safely operating an ambulance to emergency and non-emergency scenes while delivering Basic Life Support (BLS) care to patients who are critically ill or injured. The EMT will provide assessment, treatment, and stabilization in the pre-hospital setting. A thorough understanding of the equipment and supplies on an Advanced Life Support (ALS) ambulance is required to assist paramedics in a variety of emergency situations.
Key Responsibilities:
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Drive the ambulance safely to and from assigned emergency and non-emergency calls.
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Perform medical evaluations, basic treatments, and stabilize patients as needed.
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Support paramedics by effectively utilizing all ALS equipment and supplies.
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Maintain readiness of ambulance and medical equipment to ensure quick response.
Qualifications:
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High School Diploma or GED required.
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Completion of an accredited EMT program.
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Licensed by the State of Arkansas as an EMT; National Registry certification preferred.
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Current American Heart Association Health Care Provider (CPR) certification required.
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Completion of Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) or International Trauma Life Support (ITLS) training within the first year of employment.
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Valid Arkansas driver’s license and meet all Baptist Health auto insurance requirements.
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Must be at least 21 years old.
Additional Information:
This PRN position is authorized for 0.80 hours bi-weekly. Ongoing employment requires maintenance of all state licenses and certifications.