Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

About the role

The Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) is responsible for responding to emergencies efficiently and promptly.

This is a full-time Monday-Friday 6:00am - 5:30pm position located at one of our industrial client sites in the Wilson, NC area. EMT State Certification and/or National Registry Required.

Key responsibilities

• Administering basic first aid and medical support to patients, in accordance with federal, state, local and company policy and regulations
• Assessing the nature and extent of injuries/illnesses to prioritize medical procedures
• Ensuring that quality, clinical standards are practiced at all times
• Documenting all findings and treatments clearly and concisely
• Assisting the Site Safety Managers and Personnel in maintaining the most safe and secure work environment possible
• To work within, promote and ensure compliance with International SOS’ OH&S, policies, safe work practices, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and corporate values.
• Participate in the development and maintenance of a safe and healthy workplace.
• Undertake all mandatory WHS training as required.
• Co-operate with management in its fulfilment of its OH&S legislative obligations.
• Take reasonable care to ensure your own health and safety and the safety of others.
• To report any injury, hazard, or illness as soon as possible.
• Ensure all workers including contractors participate in approved OH&S training programs.
• Encourage positive attitudes towards OH&S.
• Ensure the hazard identification & risk management process is utilized effectively to manage OH&S risks.
• Apply OH&S policy and procedures to always ensure compliance with INTERNATIONALSOS and regulatory requirements for OH&S.
• Actively participate in OWH&S inspections and audits including corrective actions.
• Include OWH&S performance in worker performance appraisals.
• Ensure all hazards and incidents are reported and investigated appropriately and suitable controls are implemented.
• Ensure that workers are equipped with the information, instruction, training, and supervision that they need to work safely.
• Ensure all plant and equipment is properly maintained.
• Maintain relevant knowledge of OH&S issues.
• Act as a role model by demonstrating safe work behaviors.
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About you

Required Skills and Knowledge 

• High school diploma or equivalent 
• Completion of an accredited EMT program

 
Required Competencies  

• Effectively communicating with medical professionals and treatment facilities to obtain instructions regarding further action
• Effectively communicating with client and site personnel regarding any worksite incidents, hazards, etc.
• Demonstrating a strong orientation towards teamwork and the ability to understand the importance of team coordinated efforts
• Demonstrating a strong ability to be cognizant of the constantly changing worksite environment and construction site hazards
• Conducting oneself in a helpful, dignified, and professional manner regardless of stress level and personal circumstances

Required Work Experience 

• Previous EMT experience, 1st response experience or emergency 911 experience
• Occupational medicine experience (preferred)

Required Qualifications 

• EMT State Certification and/or National Registry
• Current First Aid/CPR/AED certification
• BLS

Benefits

Position is benefits and overtime eligible.