Perform pulmonary ventilation by the use of oral, nasal, endotracheal or tracheostomy intubationInsert, in peripheral veins, intravenous catheters, needles, or other cannulae-IV linesObtain venous blood samples for analysis, but only for diagnostic and treatment purposesPrepare and administer approved medication and solutions by intravenous, intramuscular, subcutaneous, intraosseous, oral, sublingual, topical, inhalation, rectal or endotracheal routesPerform defibrillation and synchronized cardioversionPerform gastric suction by nasogastric or orogastric intubationInsert nasogastric or orogastric tubesVisualize the airway by use of the laryngoscope and remove foreign bodies with forcepsApply electrodes and monitor cardiac electrical activity including electrocardiogramsPerform vagal maneuversUse mechanical cardiopulmonary resuscitation devicesAssess and manage patients in accordance with the EMT-paramedic training curriculum approved by the Wisconsin Department of HealthPerform thoracic decompressionPerform cricothyrotomy and pulmonary ventilationPerform external transthoracic pacingAccess central venous lines and subcutaneous indwelling cathetersPerform all other ALS services that may be authorized by Wisconsin Department of Health approved regional EMS council transfer and medical treatment protocolsPossess and maintain a current, valid Wisconsin driver’s licenseDrive, operate and care for assigned apparatus/vehicleMaintain, clean, and care for assigned stationParticipate in training for fire, hazardous materials, and related emergency services as directed and authorized by the cityParticipate or assist in emergency and non-emergency operations as may be required, relating to fire, emergency medical, hazardous materials and other related servicesAssist in public safety education programs

The primary role of an emergency room technician is to assist doctors, nurses and other medical personnel with providing the best quality emergency care possible to each and every patient. There are many ways in which this is done, but this should always be the main focus in everything the tech does.

Accessing, obtaining copies, and maintaining patient health record filesPatient blood draws and collecting urine samplesCollect and prepare laboratory specimensPrepare patients for examinations or diagnostic testsExplain treatments, medications, and special diet requirements to patientsRecording vital signs such as pulse, temperature, blood pressure, etc.Authorize prescription refills per doctors instructionPrepare patients for tests like X-rays, MRI's, electrocardiograms, CAT scans, etc.Change patient dressings and remove sutures

Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for customers. Responsible for primary care, account management, and equipment management.Evaluated customer needs, prioritized needs, and maintained customer advocacy.

Respond to medical and public safety emergencies. Provide compassionate and professional medical attention, with safe practice to those in need while maintaining my patients privacy.

Retain and promote cellular services to a wide range customer base. Including postpaid, prepaid and business customers. My role includes technical solutions, account maintenance, deadlines, product knowledge and customer service.