EMT, Volunteer

PVA Culture Statement

Pittsford Volunteer Ambulance prioritizes people, including the satisfaction and wellbeing of our workforce, and clinical outcomes of our patients. We encourage a balanced sense of community and individuality to support our mission, our satisfaction, and our sustainability. We serve our community and our neighbors with consistency, integrity, and respect, in a manner that encourages confidence and trust. Collectively we value education, advocacy, community engagement and prevention, partnerships, innovation, and positive influence to improve quality of health and life.

If this statement resonates with you, we encourage you to review the position details below and consider applying to join our team!

Purpose:

An Emergency Medical Technician will perform duties associated with providing emergency medical care to the sick and injured in accordance with all applicable laws, regional protocols, and organizational policies.

Position Details

Position Title: Emergency Medical Technician

Managed By: Deputy Chief, Operations

Supervised By: Shift Supervisors

Supervises: Not Applicable

Status:  Volunteer

General Responsibilities

Must possess and apply knowledge and skills necessary to perform the duties of an Emergency Medical Technician - Basic, in a dignified and compassionate manner, including but not limited to:

• Report to work at the scheduled time in an appropriate uniform, ready for work.


• Record worked hours in accordance with organizational policy.


• Respond to emergency calls in a professional and prompt manner, providing high quality patient care.


• Communicate efficiently and professionally, in English, utilizing all forms of communication including radio transmissions via two-way radios.


• Complete ambulance and first-response vehicle checks to assure units are stocked in accordance with NYS DOH regulations, and organizational policies. 


• Fuel and clean assigned vehicles(s) prior to the end of your shift, in accordance with organizational policies.


• Always be prepared to take the next call


• Report any day-to-day incidents, equipment malfunctions, or supply shortages to the on-duty supervisor or in their absence the on-call Chief prior to concluding each shift.


• Maintain compliance with personal CME / training assignments and requirements


• Perform assigned duties, tasks, and chores for each shift


• Report any interpersonal conflicts to the on-duty Shift Supervisor or on-call Chief


• Attend mandatory meetings 


• Maintain confidentiality of all patient, staff, and organizational matters, following all HIPAA regulations


• Adhere to organizational, MLREMS, and NYS DOH standards for responding to emergencies, caring for and transporting patients, and completing required paperwork / documentation


• Act as an ambassador of Pittsford Volunteer Ambulance, Inc. while on duty, and at public service functions, expositions, and other public events


• Maintain compliance with all PVA guidelines, policies and expectations


• Other duties as assigned

Traits and Qualities:

A desirable candidate will:

• Be a team player. EMTs must be able to work well with both PVA personnel in addition to members/employees of other emergency services agencies and the community in general;


• Be flexible. Assigned work schedules may vary, including the potential for late off-going times;


• Demonstrate the ability to listen, and effectively present ideas and  information;


• Be able to handle a significant number of stressful situations;


• Communicate with patients and others with empathy and respect;


• Maintain effective working relationships with all levels of personnel within the medical community;


• Work independently with minimal supervision for assigned tasks.

Education and Experience

• Maintain current NYS EMT Certification


• Maintain current AHA CPR for the Professional Rescuer, or equivalent


• Maintain a clean NYS Driver’s license as defined by PVA’s Insurance Provider


• Maintain Hazardous Materials, OSHA., ICS, and HIPAA Training

• Participate in all other mandatory trainings as directed 

Necessary Knowledge

• Familiarity with NYS Article 30, Part 80, Part 800, and DOH Policy Statements


• Thorough knowledge of the NYS DOH protocols, MLREMS REMAC protocols


• Must be able to achieve Medic and Driver status 


• Strong written and oral communication skills


• Strong computer skills (knowledge of emsCharts© is desired)

Physical Demands:

• Requires significant physical strength and dexterity, and the ability to function in very adverse environments with exposure to numerous safety risks


• Must be able to physically achieve the functional position description of an EMT-B, as per NYS DOH Policy Statement 00-10

The Chief reserves the right to waive any of the minimum qualifications set forth above, and consider any other qualifications or combination of qualifications that may serve as an adequate substitute.