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FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Job Role Summary

The EMT Trainee actively participates in the EMT-Basic course to become a certified EMT-Basic provider and completes exams to become both a state of Indiana and nationally certified EMT-Basic provider. Once the course and exams are successfully completed, the EMT Trainee is eligible for an EMT position.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Actively participates in EMT-Basic course, completes course assignments and passes quizzes and testsProactively identifies self-study opportunities and engages instructor as needed for optimal performanceSuccessfully completes the practical exam for becoming a certified EMT-Basic provider within 2 weeks following the completion of the course workSuccessfully completes the National Registry of EMT Basic examination to become a certified EMT-Basic provider within 2 weeks following the completion of the practical exam.Under the supervision of instructors, Field Training Officers, or other designated personnel the following job functions will be completed:

Provides emergency medical care at the basic life support level according to Indianapolis EMS practices and policies, established protocols, verbal and written orders and state regulationsMonitors patients while in transport and continues treatment initiated on the sceneDrives an emergency vehicle under emergent and non-emergent conditionsPerform patient assessments and initiate appropriate treatmentMaintains ambulance in operable conditions, which includes cleanliness, orderliness and prompt restocking of equipment and supplies; determines vehicle readiness by checking fuel, lights, tires, and start/stop capabilitiesMaintain communication and medical equipment in the field and report defects for repair or replacementRespond to runs from dispatcherCoordinate with healthcare facilities regarding patients' vital statisticsComplete patient care reports and other documentationProvides age-appropriate care (i.e. neo-natal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, geriatric)Reassures patients and bystanders by working in a confident and efficient mannerCoordinates public safety personnel in emergency situationsJob Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (GED)Six months work experience in any settingValid Indiana Driver's License - must meet and remain in compliance with IEMS driver eligibility policyKnowledge, Skills & Abilities

Must be able to:

Actively learn and apply EMT skills taught in the EMT Basic classAbility to participate in classroom settingAbility to interact in a calm, effective and courteous manner with patients, public, and hospital staffAbility to follow detailed or general instructions, verbal and written legibly, accurately, and confidentially use and record data.Study and learn complex subjectsIdentify gaps in learning and work to close gapsCommunicates verbally in person and via telephone and telecommunications mediums using the English languageHear and understand spoken information from co-workers, patients, physicians, dispatchers, other allied health personnel bystanders, and public safety professionalsRead and comprehend written materials under stressful conditionsMust have:

Desire for growth and curiosityOrganizational and prioritizing skillsStrong self-motivation and consistent drive for positive resultsExcellent communication and listening skillsHigh degree of accuracy in performance of dutiesResponsibility

Maintains patient and family confidentialityMaintains protected health information in accordance with HIPAA privacy guidelines and regulationsJudgment

Incumbent may work under close supervision following established routines or assigned work with limited employee latitudeContact - Internal/External

Regular contact with instructors, FTOs, clinicians physicians and medical staff, police and fire departments to provide and obtain information and instructionsRegular contact with general public to provide careSpecial Effort Required

Lift up to 125 lbs. equally distributed and up to 250 lbs. with assistanceHeavy lifting for sustained periods; heavy and awkward lifting of patients and/or equipment over difficult terrain for several yards; intense strain for short periods of timeNormal use of limbs, eyes, ears and voice required to treat patients and to operate sophisticated electronic devicesDrive an emergency vehicle under emergency conditions and non-emergent conditionsCarry a stair chair 30 yards, up two flights of stairs, then down two flights of stairs with a patient attachedCarry tech box, oxygen equipment bag and ECG monitor up two flights of stairsKneel, stoop, bend, crawl, walk and crouch for extended periods of time, on uneven surfaces and confined spaces, including kneeling long enough to perform two hundred chest compressions in 2 minutesWorking Environment

Classroom environmentStressful emergency situationsWorks in both a well-lit and properly equipped ambulance and in inadequately lighted spaces with no backup equipment or personnelEnvironments involving crowds, noise, and confusion in all temperatures and inclement weather conditionsDaily involvement with hazardous working conditions, chance of serious injury or loss of life

It is Indianapolis EMS' philosophy and policy to treat employees and applicants fairly and without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran's status or physical or mental ability. Discrimination against any employee or applicant based on any of these conditions will not be allowed or tolerated. For additional questions please contact us at 317-630-7427 or