Thank you for considering a career at Roper St. Francis Healthcare!Location:LifeLink Transition Clinic at 5133 Rivers Ave. North Charleston, SC 29406Schedule:10:00pm to 10:00am (3rd shift) - Three days a week.Job Summary :Working under the direction of a paramedic, senior paramedic, critical care paramedic or alone assumes the responsibility for assessing, stabilizing and transporting sick and injured patients. The EMT will administer appropriate patient care within current SCDHEC EMS regulations.Minimum Qualifications :Education: High school diploma or equivalent.Experience: At least 6 months experience as an EMT preferred.Licensure/Certification: Certification as EMT-B, EMT-I or Advanced EMT in South Carolina or National Registry required.Primary Source Verification (if applicable): https://apps.emspic.org/CIS/Go . Select Public Access CIS under the login screen.Knowledge/Skills: Must have current American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Provider.Ability to communicate in a clear and understandable manner.Other : Instructor in BLS and/or BTLS preferred. This position requires an individual who projects themselves in a professional manner.This position requires operation of a vehicle for Roper St. Francis Healthcare business. Due to this job requirement, the selected candidate/employee must possess a valid, current South Carolina driver's license. In addition, the selected candidate/employee must be insurable under the Roper St. Francis Healthcare vehicle insurance plan, which will be verified by reviewing licensure and driving record.Contacts : The Lifelink crew member is in daily contact with patients, family members, physicians, nurses and support staff.Work Demands/Environment :This demanding position requires the individual to be in good overall physical condition. Frequent standing. Frequent walking, crouching, bending, stooping. Frequent lifting/moving patients. Frequent lifting, moving or carrying 100 lbs or greater. Frequent pushing or pulling over 100 lbs. Frequent use of finger/hand dexterity. Constant reaching with hands/arms. Frequent talking or hearing. Corrected hearing and vision to normal range. Exposure to blood, body fluids or tissue. Possible exposure to infectious materials, communicable diseases and/or other conditions common to a healthcare environment. Frequent exposure to risk of exposure to blood-borne pathogens. Moderate noise level in work area. Requires work under stressful conditions, deadlines, or irregular hours. May be required to take call and/or work weekends/holidays based on the needs of the department.Applicant/Employee Initials JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES % OF TIME
Assist other crew members in completing ambulance and equipment check-off at the beginning of each shift. Replace all items found missing and all items used during the shift or reports to the appropriate persons those items which are not readily available.
20%
Safe operation and daily care of Lifelink vehicles.
10%
Administer appropriate and efficient patient care following Lifelink Protocols. Provide correct and accurate documentation of same.
30%
Familiar with Roper St Francis Healthcare and LifeLink policies and procedures.
10%
Assist other crew members by preparing the patient and equipment for transport. Know and understand the purposes and functions of selected critical care equipment.
30%Performs other job duties and responsibilities as required.Roper St. Francis Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer.Many of our opportunities reward your hard work with:
Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more
Benefits offerings vary according to employment statusScheduled Weekly Hours:36Work Shift:Evenings/Nights (United States of America)Department:Ambulance Services - RSF Ancillary ServicesAll applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected] .