EMS Patient Transporter at MedFleet LLC (Medfleet LLC) in Florida, New York

Job Description:

MedFleet LLC (Medfleet LLC)

Location: Hernando County, FL

Department: EMS Field Operations
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt


NEW HIRE ACADEMY CLASSES BEGINNING EVERY OTHER MONDAY

PATIENT TRANSPORTER PAY: $13.25

NOW OFFERING $2.00/HR NIGHT DIFFERENTIAL

A career with MedFleet is more than a job; it's a commitment to providing the citizens of our communities with the peace of mind that one of the most skillful and technologically advanced emergency response teams in the nation is on the way. If you are looking for a job where you can make a difference working in a high-performance setting that fosters personal and professional growth, consider joining the MedFleet team.

Summary:

This position reports to a Supervisor. A EMS Patient Transporter is accountable for responding to all assigned calls in the most appropriate and efficient manner, providing the highest standards of patient care while providing a safe and hazard-free environment. An EMS Patient Transporter provides a high level of customer service to patients and partners at all times.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prompt and regular attendance at work.
• Provide quality patient care by adhering to Policies and Procedures set forth in the Employee Handbook.
• Assess and transport with appropriate techniques (resources and equipment), wheelchair and stretcher patients while maintaining the highest standard of customer care and professionalism according to current company standards.
• Must maintain neat and professional appearance at all times in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
• Maintain the vehicle and equipment in a clean, organized and response ready mode.
• Maintain thorough knowledge of the vehicle and equipment, its function and use and reporting defective equipment and supplies to the supervisor as required.
• Maintain a positive and professional working relationship with other individuals within the community and healthcare systems.
• Responsible for adhering to all policies and procedures provided in the Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
• Must attend Continuing Education (CE) and compliance training as required.
• Performs other such duties as may be required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must maintain good interpersonal and communication skills to deal with community and co-workers.
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Florida driver license upon offer of employment.
• Current BLS and First Aid

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience in patient transport or hired car service.
• Previous customer service experience.

Physical Requirements/Environmental Conditions

• Working in a wide range of environments and hazardous conditions.
• Contact with patients under a wide variety of circumstances.
• Subject to varying and unpredictable situations.
• Subject to many interruptions.
• Subject to irregular hours.
• Frequent pressure due to multiple tasks, radio calls and inquires.
• Requires judgment/action which could result in the death of a patient.
• Requires ability to multi-task.
• Subject to recall during declared or undeclared major emergencies pursuant to F.S. 252.
• Stooping, sitting, crouching, walking, pulling, lifting, grasping, hearing, seeing up close, seeing far away, kneeling, reaching, pulling, talking, standing, finger movement, repetitive motions, depth perception.
• Ability to lift and carry patients weighing in excess of 250 pounds, with assistance, without causing harm or aggravating injuries to the patient or themselves.
• Frequent lifting of people and equipment of 100+ pounds; extensive, or considerable standing/walking; Lifts positions, pushes and/or transfers patients; lifts supplies/equipment; manual dexterity and mobility; intermittent exertion when performing treatments.
• Work requires moderate exposure to one or more disagreeable conditions (i.e., irate customers, inclement weather, excessive noise, extreme temperatures, odors or dust).
• This position requires moderate exposure or risk to physical health and/or physical safety (e.g. exposure to environmentally hazardous material, heavy equipment) This position often requires the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and includes completing and successfully passing medical evaluations or clearances.
• Requirements will vary; must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.

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