SUMMARY: Provides emergency medical services to all medical and trauma patients within the Macy community and surrounding areas. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following: • Must be knowledgeable in assessments, treatments and procedures pertaining to EMS in accordance with State regulations and protocols. • Must be able to report patient conditions to receiving hospitals via radio and observe proper radio etiquette. • Must maintain confidentiality of patient and hospital matters. • Use proper channels of communication/chain of command. • Maintain good time and attendance records and participate in staff meetings and projects. • Have a positive attitude toward position and co-workers. • Perform other duties as assigned. • Duties demand contact with patients, medical staff at the receiving facilities, members of the Tribe, general public, IHS facilities, providers and officials of county, state and federal agencies. • Attends and participates in continuing education programs and maintains certifications. • Duties require good decision making and problem solving skills based on data collected from patient assessment. • Needs to have flexible working schedules and is subject to frequent interruptions. • Must learn the main geographical area of operations and surrounding areas including all housing projects, rural homes, receiving hospitals, businesses, etc. • Additional duties as assigned QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: • High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) CERTIFICATES, LICENCES and/or REGISTRATION: • Possess a valid Driver's License, must be insurable under tribal insurance. • Must possess current State of Nebraska EMT License. • Must be CPR certified (American Heart Association). PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: • Incumbent sits, stands, bends, lifts and moves intermittently during work hours. • Works beyond normal working hours on weekends and holidays and in other positions temporarily when necessary. • Must be able to see, hear and life heavy patients and equipment (minimum of 50 lbs.) to assure that the requirements of this position can be fully met. • Must be in good general health and demonstrate emotional stability. WORKING CONDITIONS: • Is subject to personal injury, exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions including HIV/AIDS, hepatitis viruses, etc. • Is subject to harsh weather conditions and extreme changes from hot to cold and vice versa. • Is subject to hostile and emotionally upset patients, family members, personnel and visitors. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and/or ABILITIES: • Knowledge of assessments, treatments, and procedures pertaining to EMS in accordance with State regulations and protocols. • Proficient in radio communication and able to report patient conditions to receiving hospitals while observing proper radio etiquette. • Ability to maintain confidentiality of patient and hospital matters. • Effective utilization of proper channels of communication and adherence to the chain of command. • Strong time management and attendance record maintenance. • Active participation in staff meetings and projects. • Positive attitude towards position and co-workers. • Adaptability to perform additional duties as assigned. • Excellent interpersonal skills to interact with patients, medical staff at receiving facilities, members of the Tribe, general public, IHS facilities, providers, and officials of county, state, and federal agencies. • Commitment to attending and participating in continuing education programs to maintain certifications. • Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills based on data collected from patient assessments. • Familiarity with the main geographical area of operations and surrounding areas, including housing projects, rural homes, receiving hospitals, businesses, etc. • Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such actions. • Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with patients, family members, personnel, the general public, etc. • Must be able to relate information effectively concerning a patient's condition. • Must be able to work as a team member and have flexibility, personal integrity and the ability to work effectively with all patient's family members, general public, etc. • Is involved with patient personnel, visitors, government agencies, etc. under all conditions and circumstances. PLEASE NOTE: P.L. 93-638, Indian Preference and Tribal Employment Rights Ordinance, (TERO), will be practiced, however all qualified applicants will be considered. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED, PLEASE SEND APPLICATIONS RESUME TO: OMAHA TRIBE OF NEBRASKA ATTN: HR DEPARTMENT P.O. BOX 368 MACY, NEBRASKA 68039 OR EMAIL: [email protected] Must pass background check, physical, and pre-employment drug screen.