Emergency Medical Technician - Kisumu at St John Ambulance

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Respond to all ambulance calls in the shortest time possible
• Ensure proper utilization and maintenance of emergency medical equipment
• Determine the nature and extent of illness or injury and establish priority for required emergency care
• Provide pre-hospital care to patients at the incident scene and in the ambulance within the scope of training
• Monitor the progress of patients in the ambulance and record vital information on the patient care report form
• Ensure the ambulance has the relevant emergency medical equipment, materials and supplies at all times
• Ensure proper handing over of patients to health facilities with proper documentation
• Assist in marketing and publicity of the St John Ambulance Kenya products and services
• Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time

QUALIFICATIONS

• Certificate in Emergency Medical Technician or Paramedic
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certificate
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a busy working environment
• Valid Practicing /Operating card
• Computer Proficiency
• The ability to work long hours without lowering the quality of care
• The ability to provide care in stressful situations
• Strong communication and presentations skills
• Excellent time keeping skills
• High level of integrity and professionalism