Job Details
Overview
Safely transports the Dartmouth-Hitchcock Advanced Response Team (DHART) medical team during inter-facility transfers, emergent scene calls and intercepts with other Emergency Medical Service (EMS) agencies.
Responsibilities
* Completes a safety evaluation based on weather and road conditions prior to accepting a transport request.
* Performs safety inspection on all ground ambulances at the beginning and end of shift.
* Maintains readiness of ground ambulances to respond to transport requests.
* Assists the DHART Medical Crew with restocking, medical bags and equipment. Identifies vehicle mechanical issues. Schedules preventative maintenance/repairs. Performs minor repairs and preventative maintenance on ground ambulances.
* Utilizes road mapping, GPS hardware and software for transports.
* Maintains communication with the DHART for the duration of each transport.
* Serves as a licensed provider and safety officer on ground Intensive Care Nursery (ICN) transports.
* Debriefs with all members of the assigned mission.
* Performs other duties as required or assigned.
Qualifications
* High school graduate or GED.
* 2 years' experience in Emergency Medical Services.
* Must be 21 years of age.
Required Licensure/Certifications
* Current licensure as an Emergency Medical Technician, Advanced Emergency Medical Technician or Paramedic. Valid driver's license with a clean driving record required in accordance with D-H's Driver Disqualifications Guidelines. BLS certification required