Emergency Med Tech/Intermed - req# 31371 - University of New Mexico

Under general supervision, provides basic to intermediate-level emergency rescue and care to the ill and injured, to include assessment of illness and/or injury, management of illness/injury, preparation for transport, transfer of information, and patient care. Guides and supports lower level EMT's and/or students in the performance of related duties, as required.

Typically works on an on-call basis as per schedule or as otherwise required.

See the Position Description for additional information.

• May be required to submit immunization records for review for required vaccines and TB testing.
• UNM will provide Hepatitis vaccination, candidate may decline vaccination through declination form or may provide record of vaccination from previous employer.
• Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.
• Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.

High school diploma or GED; at least 1 year of experience in the field of pre-hospital EMS. Certification/Licensure: NM Licensure as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT/Intermediate.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Knowledge of AFD/BCFD/AAS protocols
EVOC or National Safety Council Defensive Driving Course
Completed FEMA ICS 100 or 200 on-line training
Experience as an EMT-Intermediate in an emergency medical system with greater than 2,500 calls yearly
Experience supervising lower level EMT's
Additional Requirements:

* Pre-Employment physical examrequired. * Must be able to obtain a UNM Vehicle Drivers License upon hire. * May be required to submit to annual TB and rubella screening * UNM ProvidesHepatitis vaccination, candidate may decline vaccination through declinationform or may provide record of vaccination from previous employer.

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