Summit Medical Group logo

Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - Fountain City Family Physicians

Summit Medical Group

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 6 days ago

    Highlights

    EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: (List does not include all duties assigned): Performs procedures as requested such as phlebotomy, injections, EKGs, holter monitors, etc., (and, if certified, X-rays). Each employee will contribute to the continual evaluation site performance as well as the implementation and measurement of improvement activities that increase the quality of care provided to patients.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationKnoxville, TN
    IndustryHealthcare Services
    Company Size1,500 to 1,999 employees
    Year Founded1995

    Description

    Fountain City Family Physicians, a division of Summit Medical Group, is seeking an Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (EMT). The ideal candidate is responsible for assisting the physician(s) with the assessment and treatment of patient needs in the office/clinical setting.

    This is a Full-time opportunity / Current Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) license required.

    We are team-driven, collaboration-minded, and all-in to provide the best patient care possible to the community we serve. "It's not my job" is a phrase you will not hear around here!

    EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: (List does not include all duties assigned):

    • Performs procedures as requested such as phlebotomy, injections, EKGs, holter monitors, etc., (and, if certified, X-rays).
    • Performs intravenous (IV) therapy, if needed.
    • Escorts patients to exam rooms and prepares the patient for examination or procedure according to physician preferences.
    • Exhibits sound clinical skills in assisting the physician(s) with procedures as well as administering medication and patient educations.
    • Receives and returns phone calls regarding patient needs promptly utilizing sound clinical judgments.
    • Maintains stocked, neat, and clean examination rooms and common work areas daily.
    • Adheres to established policies and procedures including OSHA guidelines.
    • Performs clerical duties necessary for the physician to see patients, contacts patients regarding test results and/or other relevant reasons as directed.
    • Schedules office and outpatient appointments as appropriate with efficient use of clinical time slots.
    • Pulls and prepares patient records for physician to treat patient, as needed.
    • Performs duties assigned in a professional manner following established policies and procedures while exhibiting a courteous and cooperative manner to co-workers, management, and public.
    • Performs all other duties assigned by supervisor, Site Manager, physician or administrative staff.
    • Maintains updated EMT credentials / certification.
    • Actively participates in site-level Quality Improvement Activities. Each employee will contribute to the continual evaluation site performance as well as the implementation and measurement of improvement activities that increase the quality of care provided to patients.
    • Maintains strictest confidentiality.

    Full Benefits Package available including PTO, Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, Life Insurance, 401K, and more!

    Education:

    High School Diploma required, prefer additional vocational or college credits.

    Experience:

    At least six months experience in a similar clinical setting preferred.

    Certification/License:

    Current Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) license required. Chest and Extremity X-ray certification required for some positions.

    About Company

    Our physicians make it their goal to be the best; they constantly strive to improve their ability to better serve their patients and be more successful in the practice of medicine.

    Summit’s singular commitment to quality has led its office-based physicians to rank top ten in the nation of all three categories of National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) recognition: Patient Centered Medical Home, Diabetes Recognition Program, & Heart/Stroke Recognition Program.

    • 5.58 million Central Lab Tests run annually
    • 1.5 million E-Prescriptions annually
    • 1,102,729 Patient Encounters in 2014
    • 274,296 Primary Care Patients
    • 1,387+ Employees
    • 218+ Physicians
    • 140 NCQA Recognized Physicians
    • 62+ Statcare Hospitalists/Pulmonologists
    • 141 Advanced Practitioners
    • 54 Practice locations
    • 12 East Tennessee counties
    • 1 Sleep Services Center
    • 4 Diagnostic & Imaging Centers
    • 8 Physical Therapy Centers
    • 3 Express Clinics
    • 1 Singular commitment to quality

    Similar Jobs

    See more jobs