Primary Functions
Treat victims of accidents, sudden illness and physical entrapment. Transportation of the sick and injured, by ambulance, in a manner conducive to their safety and comfort, and in
accordance with Pennsylvania Department of Health Rules and Regulations. Adhere to
Montrose Minute Men, Inc. Bylaws, Policies, Procedures, and Guidelines. Transport patients via wheelchair or Medivan to destinations as requested.
Principal Responsibilities & Duties
1. Will answer ambulance, non-emergency wheelchair, medivan and rescue calls calmly, efficiently and promptly. Must use diplomacy and tact at all times, and be courteous and polite to patients, relatives, and friends.
2. Will rescue and extricate victims of accidents, sudden illness, or physical entrapment
using proper rescue and medical techniques.
3. Will administer treatment to the patient at the scene and enroute to the hospital in
accordance with the training set forth by the Pennsylvania Department of Health
Emergency Medical Services.
4. Will maintain order at patient pick-up site and disperse crowds and restrain friends
and relatives, if necessary.
5. Will operate an emergency vehicle at a safe and controlled speed, in accordance with
established guidelines.
6. Will assure vehicles are in required working condition at all times; will assure vehicles are stocked properly and equipment is in good working condition at all
times.
7. Will complete patient care forms, insurance forms, and evaluation forms on all routine
and emergency calls in a competent and timely fashion.
8. Will ensure the campus and grounds are safe, neat and clean, presentable for the public to observe at any time.
Special/Physical Demands and Working Conditions
1. Must be in good physical condition.
2. May be required to work any day of the week, including holidays and weekends.
3. May be required to work any shift.
4. May be exposed to various hazards that are associated with the pre-hospital care of the sick and injured.
5. Must have tact and sympathy in dealing with a variety of types of patients, many of whom are in a disturbed condition.
6. Courtesy, cooperation, tact, and poise are required at all times. Careful attention to details, considerable initiative and judgment, maturity, and the ability to work under pressure when the situation demands.
7. Must have the physical ability to lift various patients (weight) on a two (2) person crew.
Prerequisites & Qualifications
1. Must possess and maintain current certification as an Emergency Medical Technician
from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
2. Must possess and maintain current CPR certification.
3. Must demonstrate a definite interest in the E.M.S. system and the improvement of
that system.
4. Must demonstrate a willingness to cooperate with other employees, volunteers, general public and other Public Safety Agencies.
5. Must display a positive ability in the leadership of others and the teaching of others in the E.M.S. field.
6. Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License and have a good driving record.
Job Responsibilities Related to Patient Privacy
1. The employee is expected to protect the privacy of all patient and billing information
in accordance with the Company’s privacy policies, procedures and practices, as required by federal (and state) law, and in accordance with general principles or professionalism as a health care provider. Failure to comply with the Company’s polices and procedures on patient privacy may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.
2. The employee may access protected health information and other patient information
only to the extent that is necessary to complete your job duties. The employee may only share such information with those who have a need to know specific patient
information you have in your possession to complete their job responsibilities related
to treatment, payment or other company operations.
3. The employee is encouraged and expected to report, without the threat of retaliation,
any concerns regarding the Company’s policies and procedures on patient privacy and any observed practices in violation of that policy to the designated Privacy Officer.
4. The employee is encouraged and expected to report, without the threat of retaliation,
any concerns regarding the Company’s policies and procedures on patient privacy and any observed practices in violation of that policy to the designated Privacy Officer.