Emergency Medical Technician jobs in Arkansas
Emergency Medical Technician responds to emergency calls for medical assistance, assesses the situation, obtains a basic medical history and physical examination of the patient, and provides emergency care at the scene and during transit to the hospital. Utilizes necessary medical equipment to treat the patient and ascertains the extent of their injuries or illness. Being an Emergency Medical Technician communicates with the medical care facility receiving the patient about the patient's condition, status, and arrival time. May require registry in NREMT. Additionally, Emergency Medical Technician requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Requires Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR). Requires Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - Basic. Typically reports to a supervisor. The Emergency Medical Technician works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be an Emergency Medical Technician typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Recently Added Emergency Medical Technician jobs
Emergency Medical Technician
- WorkCare, Inc.
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Arkansas, AR
PART_TIME
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We are looking for a per diem EMT to support our client, Cypress Bend Paper Mill, in Arkansas City, AR.
The Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) will provide onsite first-aid treatment, maintain pertinent medical records, respond to facility emergencies, and become familiar with the site, specifically the areas that may most likely require a hazardous material response while maintaining a professional and patient-centered approach.Multiple shifts are available. Shift start and end times to be determined by candidate availability.
Responsibilities:- Provides rapid first aid and medical care for employees and during emergencies, as needed, (within the OHT scope of practice) when the clinic is open.
- Coordinates care with WorkCare’s other service offerings and utilizes physician escalation services, as needed.
- Provides episodic care for minor medical issues, medical consultation and recommendations according to treatment care guidelines set forth and in collaboration with WorkCare’s Consulting Medical Director (CMD) and policy/procedures.
- Provides evidence-based practice and health promotion with professionalism and a patient-centered approach.
- Supports injury prevention through education and ergonomic evaluation.
- Assists with return-to-work assessments, fitness-for-duty exams and transitional work plans prior to the employee returning to work.
- Modifies interventions either to progress the employee as directed by the CMD or to ensure employee safety and comfort.
- Maintains frequent communication with the CMD and WorkCare supervisor(s) regarding all clinic issues and client requests.
- Supports Employee Assistance Program (EAP) coordination and referrals.
- Helps employees prevent injuries by maintaining proper alignment and movement and managing pain.
- Supports ergonomic assessments or bio-ergonomic assessments and/or other employee intervention programs as implemented.
- Supports health fairs and other wellness initiatives, such as encouraging healthy lifestyles by teaching employees about nutrition, fitness, sleep hygiene and stress management.
- Obtains data (such as biometrics) related to wellness interventions and provides wellness checks, obesity weigh-ins, blood pressure checks, etc.
- Facilitates the use of available company resources such as fitness centers, health risk appraisals, etc.
- Periodically reports to client and WorkCare management.
- Supports medical surveillance exams such as audiograms, vision tests, pulmonary function tests, respirator fit testing and DOT testing requirements, as needed, and feasible with available or procured equipment, in line with the scope of practice and as supported by the CMD.
- Provides post-accident, pre-employment, for-cause, and random drug testing in line with the scope of practice and as supported by the CMD/Medical Review Officer (MRO) (if services are desired to be performed onsite).
- Assists with new hire exams, return-to-work/ fitness-for-duty assessments, and transitional work plans prior to an employee returning to work as needed and in line with the scope of practice and as supported by the CMD.
- Assists the CMD with health care administration work, such as developing protocols and policies.
- Collaborates with the CMD to support clinical issues and client requests.
- Contributes insight to incident reports and tracking of injury and clinic utilization data.
- Actively participates in emergency response team activities, drills and training.
- Maintains data, OSHA form 300 and the clinic encounter data entry process supported by clinic software or EMR system.
- Orders and maintains supplies to ensure that the clinic is appropriately stocked.
- Participates in the general flow of clinic operations (answers phones, checks mail, medical records, filing, copying charts, traffic control) as needed in collaboration with current staff.
- Assists with noise sampling, dust sampling and fire extinguishers.
- Provides common pre-packaged over-the-counter medicine to employees for episodic care, as dictated by ClearWater Paper’s preference.
Education and Experience:- A current Occupational Health Technician in the State of Practice (Arkansas) license required
- Must have 3-4 years of experience
- Alternative to minimum qualifications, additional appropriate education or work experience may be substituted
- Must have CPR/ACLS certification
- Must have a current and valid Driver’s License
- DOT, Drug & Alcohol Certification
Skills and Competencies:- Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
- Must be able to demonstrate the ability to maintain privacy and confidentiality.
- Strong critical thinking skills; problem-solving, and decision-making.
- Must have the ability to gather data, compile information and prepare reports.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to create and edit written materials.
- Ability to communicate effectively to a variety of audiences.
- Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
- Demonstrate cooperative behavior with colleagues, supervisors and clients.
- Strong time management, organizational, and follow-through skills.
- Ability to meet and exceed daily and weekly individual performance goals.
- Ability to work independently as well as assist other team members when needed.
- Requires regular and predictable attendance and punctuality.
Compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level, job-related knowledge, skills, experience and qualifications.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other classification protected by applicable laws. WorkCare is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment. - 21 Days Ago
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
- Survival Flight
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Conway, AR
FULL_TIME
- Job Description Survival Flight EMS is seeking highly motivated and professional applicants to join our team in Van Buren County, AR. If you are tired of simply working at a job and looking to build a...
- 7 Days Ago
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
- Survival Flight
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Harrison, AR
FULL_TIME
- Job Description Survival Flight EMS is seeking highly motivated and professional applicants to join our team in Searcy County, AR. If you are tired of simply working at a job and looking to build a ca...
- 7 Days Ago
EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN
- Defense Health Agency
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Bluff, AR
OTHER
- About the Position: This is an open continuous announcement. "Multiple vacancies exist and may be filled from this announcement at any of the locations listed. We accept applications on an ongoing bas...
- 9 Days Ago
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
- Survival Flight
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Marshall, AR
PART_TIME
- Job Description Survival Flight EMS is seeking highly motivated and professional applicants to join our team in Searcy County, AR. If you are tired of simply working at a job and looking to build a ca...
- 10 Days Ago
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
- Central EMS
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Fayetteville, AR
FULL_TIME
- GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION The primary purpose of this position is to respond to emergency and non-emergency ambulance calls, provide medical services to the community, and non-emergency transpor...
- 11 Days Ago
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Emergency Medical Technician
- Boston Children's Hospital
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Boston, MA
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- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Emergency Medical Technician
- Biolife Plasma Services
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Milwaukee, WI
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Emergency Medical Technician
- Middlesex Health
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Middletown, CT
- Part-Time/8-hours Summary: Provides basic life support to patients in the pre hospital and emergency department settings...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
Emergency Medical Technician
- NewYork-Presbyterian
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New York, NY
- World-Renowned Emergency Response: Emergency Med Techs Make It Possible at NYP Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Full T...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
Emergency Medical Technician
- Northwell Health
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Syosset, NY
- Transports patients via ambulance. Executes the safe operation of the vehicle and the safe delivery of patients to their...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
Emergency Medical Technician
- Woodland Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation
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Elkhart, IN
- Job Description Job Description Woodland Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation, a leading healthcare provider in [city], is s...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
Emergency Medical Technician
- ESI
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Port Charlotte, FL
- ESI is now hiring Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT) in the following locations across Southwest Florida: Cape Coral, N...
- 4/20/2024 12:00:00 AM
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) / Paramedic
- Morris County (NJ)
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Morristown, NJ
- The Morris County Office of Emergency Management - Emergency Medical Services (EMS) is currently accepting applications ...
- 4/20/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Arkansas
Arkansas (/ˈɑːrkənsɔː/ AR-kən-saw)[c] is a state in the southern region of the United States, home to over 3 million people as of 2018. Its name is of Siouan derivation from the language of the Osage denoting their related kin, the Quapaw Indians. The state's diverse geography ranges from the mountainous regions of the Ozark and the Ouachita Mountains, which make up the U.S. Interior Highlands, to the densely forested land in the south known as the Arkansas Timberlands, to the eastern lowlands along the Mississippi River and the Arkansas Delta.
Arkansas is the 29th largest by area and the 33rd...
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Income Estimation for Emergency Medical Technician jobs
$30,733 to $38,887
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