Location: Miami, Florida 33101
About FIU
Florida International University is a comprehensive university offering 340 majors in 188 degree programs in 23 colleges and schools, with innovative bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral programs across all disciplines including medicine, public health, law, journalism, hospitality, and architecture.
FIU is Carnegie-designated as both a research university with high research activity and a community-engaged university. Located in the heart of the dynamic south Florida urban region, our multiple campuses serve over 50,000 students, placing FIU among the ten largest universities in the nation. Our annual research expenditures in excess of $100 million and our deep commitment to engagement have made FIU the go-to solutions center for issues ranging from local to global. FIU leads the nation in granting bachelor’s degrees, including in the STEM fields, to minority students and is first in awarding STEM master’s degrees to Hispanics. Our students, faculty, and staff reflect Miami’s diverse population, earning FIU the designation of Hispanic-Serving Institution. At FIU, we are proud to be ‘Worlds Ahead’! For more information about FIU, visit fiu.edu.
Position Description
The Green Family Foundation NeighborhoodHELP™ Mobile Health Center is recruiting for an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) to join FIU’s team of professionals.
Duties Include:
• Responds to and assists in treatment of patients with emergency and nonemergency needs per Mobile Health Center (MHC) policies and procedures
• As needed, conducts triage, such as checking vitals and obtaining chief compliant in collaboration with the Clinical Nurse Specialist
• Provides coverage for the Clinical Nurse Specialist, including phlebotomy, immunizations, EKG’s, and spirometry.
• Documents in the Electronic Health Record
• Updates physician on patient needs
• Monitors patient flow between mobile van and community site.
• Registers and communicates with patients as part of the registration and encounter closure.
• Ensures safety of FIU physicians, staff, patients and students at all Mobile Health Clinic locations.
• Creates, maintains and responds to all incidents regarding the Mobile Health Clinic.
• In case of emergency, follows the established protocols to communicate with 911, local law enforcement and /or FIU security as applicable
• Operates the Mobile Health Clinic to and from locations as requested by the Mobile Health Center.
• Maintains documentation for all Mobile Health Clinic maintenance repairs and liaises with the vans manufacturer and the FIU Vehicle Services.
• Prepares or assists in the preparation of patients for transport, ensuring compliance with emergency medical transport regulations, protocol, and procedure.
• Provides direct paramedical and comprehensive patient care as required in each individual case. · Leads, guides, and/or assists in the training of lower level techs and/or students, as specifically assigned.
• Inspects emergency medical equipment to ensure serviceability and compliance with safety and infection control regulations and standards.
• Completes and transfers patient care information and records as per established procedures.
• Performs related duties as required or as directed. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position
Minimum Qualifications:
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) in the State of Florida in accordance with chapter 401, Florida Statutes
Graduate of an accredited EMT Program.
Minimum one year experience as a Licensed Emergency Medical Technician.
Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS/CPR) certification
Valid Florida Driver's License.
Desired Qualifications
• Ability to work a flexible schedule- Availability to perform job during the weekend and early evenings
• Able to communicate in Creole and/or Spanish.
• Valid Florida Driver's License CDL-Class B
How To Apply
For more information or to apply, please visit us on-line at http://careers.fiu.edu and reference job opening ID 508294. Qualified applicants must submit a letter of interest accompanying their curriculum vitae with names and addresses of three professional references.
FIU is a member of the State University System of Florida and an Equal Opportunity, Equal Access Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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