EMT Student

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EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

1. Eighteen years of age (18) or older

2. Possession of a high school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)

3. Valid Driver's License with driving record acceptable by motor vehicle insurance carrier

• Background check that does not demonstrate a threat to public safety, health, or welfare nor an unwillingness to comply with state laws, rules, procedures, etc.
• Not convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, reckless driving or other vehicular violation causing bodily injury or death within the two years prior to hire

4. Current possession of or the ability to successfully complete within three (3) months of hire the following:

i. Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC)

ii. Valid BLS for Healthcare Providers (AHA Preferred)

iii. IS 700:
An Introduction to the National Incident Management System

iv. IS 100:
Introduction to the IC system

v. IS 200:
Basic Incident Command System for Initial Response

vi. IS 800:
National Response Framework, an Introduction

vii. Hazardous Materials (HAZ‑MAT) Awareness (Meeting or exceeding OSHA )

viii. Mass Casualty Incident (MCI)

Length of Service (in lieu of payment for class):

a. Once employed, the student will have no more than six months from the first day of employment to complete the EMT course, all post‑work, assessments, testing, and successfully obtaining National Emergency Medical Technician (NREMT) certification.

b. Upon accepting and beginning employment, the employee will enter a one‑year work commitment to work at Monongalia EMS as an EMT‑B.

The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all‑inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned.

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Safety Culture – Lead by example to ensure that all activities performed while on duty are done in a manner to ensure the safety of personnel, our patients, and the community. This includes attitudes toward safety such as, but not limited to vehicle safety, OSHA compliance, scene management, routine facilities maintenance, etc.

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Quality Assurance – Readiness:
Assists EMS personnel in ensuring in‑service vehicles, supplies, and equipment have been thoroughly checked. Ensures that all reported discrepancies are corrected at the earliest possible time. Documents and reports discrepancies to the appropriate supervisory officer.

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Work Attitude – Take the initiative to complete work assignments without prompting; exert maximum effort and serve as a role model for coworkers; demonstrate persistence during the performance of daily duties; bring a high level of energy to job performance; and maintain an optimistic demeanor during job performance.

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Acting with Integrity – Aim to reduce waste in daily operations; follow all appropriate ethical standards in the workplace; consistently act honestly and display the highest level of integrity; be accountable and accept personal responsibility for her or his own actions; and understand the importance of ethical behavior in the face of adversity or contrary public opinion.

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Communication – Understand the importance of effective communication with key stakeholders including but not limited to coworkers, patients, customers, other emergency responders, dispatching personnel, healthcare professionals, the public, etc. Measurement methods include direct observation and team feedback.

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Problem‑Solving – Use current information to make educated decisions; have a basic understanding of how analytical decisions are made to help ensure clinical and operational excellence; be able to concentrate and use information‑gathering skills to make immediate coherent decisions; and have basic knowledge of all reasonable job functions of all other field providers.

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