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Scheduled Weekly Hours:

36

Gundersen Tri-County is seeking a full-time (0.9FTE) EMT to join our organization. This is your opportunity to do the work you love in beautiful Whitehall, WI in our brand-new hospital!  

What you will do:12-hour shifts, Days & Nights. Every 3rd weekend, Every 3rd Holiday0.9 FTE (72 hours every 2 weeks)Responds, treats, and transports patients in emergency and non-emergency settings.Functions as a crew member of an ambulance in both the 911 and the interfacility transfer environments.Performs EMT level clinical care under the guidelines of Gundersen Health System and Gundersen Tri-County Hospital and Clinics medical direction.

What you will get:Starting wage of $17.24+ more for experienceEducation & education resources provided to support your recertificationDepartmental leadership that supports you as you do your best work.Work/Life balance to love what you do and where you live.Generous benefit package

What you need:High School Diploma or equivalencyICS 100, 200 and 700 course certificates required within 60 days of hireValid Wisconsin driver’s license (DL)Valid certified emergency vehicle operator (CEVO or EVOC) within 12 months of hire.National Registry Emergency Medical Technician - Basic (NREMT)Wisconsin Emergency Medical Technician licenseCurrent Infant-Adult Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers (with hands on learning) from one of the following programs; American Heart Association or American Red Cross.

Emplify Health is comprised of two of the Midwest’s most respected healthcare systems, Bellin Health and Gundersen Health System. Once neighbors, we are now partners, united in our mission to provide exceptional care to our communities. As a not-for-profit, patient-centered healthcare network, we have headquarters in Green Bay and La Crosse, Wisconsin. Our extensive network includes 11 hospitals and more than 100 clinics, serving 67 cities and rural communities across Wisconsin, Iowa, Minnesota and Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. With over 4,500 dedicated nurses and providers, we are committed to delivering primary, specialty and emergency care, along with innovative medical education programs. Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients and communities.

Job Description:

Responds, treats, and transports patients in emergency and non-emergency settings. Functions as a crew member of an ambulance in both the 911 and the interfacility transfer environments. Performs EMT level clinical care under the guidelines of Gundersen Health System medical direction.

Major Responsibilities:
1.    Demonstrate the skills and knowledge of an EMT per the standards set forth by the United States Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety and Administration, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, the National Registry of EMTs, and the EMS Medical Director.
2.    Demonstrate the ability to render competent and clinically proficient patient care.
3.    Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of, and compliance with, all protocols for medical care per Gundersen Tri County policies and local Medical Control.
4.    Demonstrate the attitude of a Health Care Professional to include, but not be limited to maintaining a clean appearance; demonstrating courteous, professional and ethical behavior; and demonstrating the ability to work cooperatively with other members of the EMS Health Care System.
5.    Demonstrate the skills and knowledge required to inspect, safely operate, and maintain an emergency vehicle, including possession of a current and valid driver’s license, and demonstrate knowledge and compliance with all State laws pertaining to the safe operation of an emergency vehicle.
6.    Demonstrate the skills and knowledge required to inspect, safely operate, and maintain all equipment and tools relevant to an EMT.
7.    Demonstrate ability to function in an extended shift (12hours or greater) environment and be able to constructively utilize down-time between responses or transfers.
8.    Demonstrate willingness to follow safety and fatigue guidelines including reporting of fatigue as outlined in policy.
9.    Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of, and compliance with, Gundersen Tri County and local communications policies and procedures.
10.    Demonstrate the ability to communicate patient information to other members of the health care profession.
11.    Demonstrate the ability to communicate information through the proper chain of command, to the management and other employees of Gundersen Tri County Hospital.
12.    Demonstrate knowledge and compliance with local, state and regional emergency medical dispatching system operations.
13.    Demonstrate the ability to accurately and completely document information required by Tri County, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, and local Medical Control.
14.    Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of, and compliance with, all Gundersen Tri County policies and procedures.
15.    Demonstrate a sincere desire to continually improve and upgrade the skills and knowledge of the emergency medical profession.
16.    Demonstrate the ability to document and maintain a record of all continuing education credit hours on the form(s) specified by Gundersen Tri County, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians, and local medical control.
17.    Assures vehicles and stations are maintained in a clean and orderly fashion.

18. Adheres to regular and predictable attendance.

19. Personally interacts, engages with and cares for patients.

20. Ensures patient safety.

21.    Performs additional tasks as assigned by Gundersen Tri County management.

Education and Learning:
REQUIRED
High school or equivalency and ICS 100, 200 and 700 course certificates required within 60 days of hire

Work Experience:
REQUIRED
None

License and Certifications:
REQUIRED

•    Must have an EMT license in Wisconsin to begin employment
•    Valid Wisconsin driver’s license
•    Current Infant-Adult Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers (with hands on learning) from one of the following programs; American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
•    Certified Emergency Vehicle Operation (CEVO) or equivalent within 60 days of hire date

•    National Registry Emergency Medical Technician - Basic (NREMT) will be required if traveling across state lines.

Age Specific Population:
Neonatal

Pediatric

Adolescent

Adult

Geriatric

Osha Category:
Category I - Employees in this job title have a reasonably anticipated risk of occupational exposure to blood and/or other potentially infectious materials.

Environmental Conditions:
Subject to inside environmental conditions (Protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. For example, these conditions would include an environment with no air conditioning, working in a freezer or working near a boiler.)
Subject to outside environmental conditions (No effective protection from weather) Subject to extreme cold (temperatures below 32 degrees for more than one hour)
Subject to extreme heat (temperatures above 100 degrees for period of more than one hour) Subject to noise (There is enough noise to cause the worker to shout in order to be heard) Subject to vibration (Exposure to oscillating movements of the extremities or whole body)
Subject to hazards (Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts or vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding, exposure to chemicals, etc.)
Subject to atmospheric conditions (One or more of the following conditions that affect the respiratory system or the skin: fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases or poor ventilation)
Required to wear a respirator
Required to function in narrow aisles or passageways Exposed to infectious diseases
Subject to both inside and outside environmental conditions

Physical Requirements/Demands of The Position:

Sitting approximately 8 hours total in a day Walking/Standing approximately 3 hours total in a day Driving approximately 8 hours in a day
Stooping/Bending approximately 30 minutes to 1.5 hours total in a day
 Squatting approximately 30 minutes to 1.5 hours total in a day Kneeling/Half Kneel approximately 30 minutes to 1.5 hours total in a day Climbing Stairs approximately 30 minutes to 1.5 hours total in a day
Reaching – Shoulder Level approximately 30 minutes to 1.5 hours total in a day Reaching – Below Shoulder approximately 30 minutes to 1.5 hours total in a day Reaching – Above Shoulder approximately 30 minutes to 1.5 hours total in a day
Repetitive Actions – Pinch Forces approximately 30 minutes to 1.5 hours total in a day, 0-25lbs Repetitive Actions – Grip Forces approximately 30 minutes to 1.5 hours total in a day, 50-75lbs Repetitive Actions – Fine manipulation approximately 30 minutes to 1.5 hours total in a day Lifting Floor to Waist approximately 30 minutes to 1.5 hours total in a day, 100-150lbs
Lifting Waist to Overhead approximately 30 minutes to 1.5 hours total in a day, 0-25lbs Carrying more than 50 feet approximately 30 minutes to 1.5 hours total in a day, 100-150lbs Carrying less than 50 feet approximately 30 minutes to 1.5 hours total in a day, 100-150lbs Pushing or Pulling approximately 30 minutes to 1.5 hours total in a day, 50-75lbs
 

If you need assistance with any portion of the application or have questions about the position, please contact the recruiter listed below:

Primary Recruiter:

Nikki Frahm-Ward

Recruiter Email Address:

nmfrahmw@gundersenhealth.org

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