Emergency Vehicle Operator
Job Description
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Assists Emergency Medical Technicians in providing life support and transport of sick and injured persons in and out of hospital settings. Provides EVO-level emergency medical care to patients. Operates ambulance and maintains a good working relationship with all customer groups and agencies.
- Works closely with the on-duty Supervisor and Communications to provide supplies to field crews and to decontaminate ambulances.
- Operates an ambulance and transports patients; operates non-emergency vehicles
- Operates and monitors emergency medical equipment per EVO protocols
- Communicates with MEMS’ Communication center and other agencies while in transport or while responding to calls
- Timely completes all required documentation with appropriate and accurate information
- Adheres to all operating and safety policies and procedures.
- Fogs and decontaminates emergency vehicles
- Provides supplies such as PPE, food, and equipment to field crews
- Assists in maintaining supplies and equipment as well as general upkeep and cleaning of ambulances
QUALIFICATIONS: KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES
- Arkansas driver’s license with motor vehicle record that meets insurance carrier standards
- Two years driving experience
- Knowledge of MEMS’s service area and the ability to read and comprehend maps and directions
- Ability to speak clearly and effectively in person and over the telephone and radio
- Ability to work effectively with a wide variety of people
- Ability to remain calm during stressful situations
- Ability to present a caring and professional image
- American Heart Association Healthcare Provider CPR and AR EVO certificate: MEMS provides fully paid training in emergency medical response and CPR. Employees must successfully complete the classroom and hands-on training to include passing written exams and demonstrating required skills.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Primary schedules include 10-hour and 12-hour shifts.
PHYSICAL ABILITIES
- Frequently lifts 110+ pounds. Carrying and lifting stretchers with and without patients.
- Pushing, pulling and carrying various medical equipment, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, bending, twisting, lifting, walking, running.
- Driving, using 2-way radio and other devices.
- Ability to work outdoors in wet, dry, hot, and cold (even below freezing) weather
- Respirator use may be required on occasion.
- Hearing by audiometric testing that demonstrates no worse than a moderate loss of hearing in one ear or no more than a mild loss of hearing in both ears.
- Requires corrected or uncorrected vision 20/20 in each eye & with both eyes together.
REQUIREMENTS
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Valid Arkansas driver’s license and acceptable driving record, as defined by MEMS' insurance carrier.
- Minimum age of 19.
- Must be physically fit based; pre-employment physical is required.
- Must pass a pre-employment drug screening.
- Must pass a criminal background check.
TRAINING
EVO Training consists of 2 Weeks of in class instruction that will lead to your certification as an Emergency Vehicle Operator.
WORK LOCATIONS
EVOs will work out of the MEMS Headquarters.
PAY
BENEFITS
Medical Insurance: Employee only coverage starts at $24 per pay period.
Dental and Vision: MEMS pays 100% of employee only premium.
Retirement Plan: 401(a) and 457 Plans with generous match.
Life Insurance: $50,000 basic life policy at no cost.
Disability Insurance: Long-term disability coverage paid by MEMS.
Other available benefits:
- Uniform allowance
- Generous PTO plan
- Onsite fitness center
- Employee Assistance Program
- Smoking cessation support
- Supplemental life insurance and short-term disability insurance at group rates
