First Responder EMS Curriculum for Training Centers in Eurasia

3. Under the direction and supervision of other EMS providers, assists in lifting thestretcher, placing the stretcher in the ambulance, and seeing that the patient andstretcher are secured.4. If needed, radios the dispatcher for additional help or special rescue and/or utilityservices. In cases of multiple patients, performs basic triage.5. Reports directly to the responding EMS unit or communications center the nature andextent of injuries, the number of patients, and the condition of each patient. Identifiesassessment findings that may require communicating with medical oversight for advice.6. Constantly assesses the patient while awaiting additional EMS resources. Administersadditional care as indicated.7. Orally reports observations and emergency medical care of the patient to thetransporting EMS unit. Upon request, provides assistance to the transporting unit staff.8. After each call, restocks and replaces used supplies, cleans all equipment followingappropriate disinfecting procedures, and carefully checks all equipment to ensureavailability for next response.9. Attends continuing education and refresher education programs as required byemployers, medical oversight, and licensing or certifying agencies.Functional Job Analysisa. First Responder CharacteristicsThe First Responder must be a person who can remain calm while working in difficultand stressful circumstances. He or she also is capable of combining technical skills,theoretical knowledge, and good judgment to ensure the optimal level of fundamentalemergency care to sick or injured patients while adhering to specific guidelines withinthe given scope of practice.The First Responder is expected to be able to work alone, but must also be a teamplayer. Personal qualities such as the ability to take charge and control the situation areessential, as are maintaining a caring and professional attitude, controlling his/her ownfears, presenting a professional appearance, staying physically fit, and keeping his/herskills and abilities up to date. The First Responder must be willing to adhere to theestablished, ongoing medical control and evaluation required for the maintenance ofquality medical care.Self-confidence, a desire to work with people, emotional stability, tolerance for highstress, honesty, a pleasant demeanor, and the ability to meet the physical and intellectualrequirements demanded by this position are characteristics of the competent FirstResponder. The First Responder also must be able to deal with adverse social situations,which include responding to calls in districts known to have high crime rates. The FirstResponder ideally possesses an interest in working for the good of society and has acommitment to doing so.b. Physical DemandsAptitudes required for work of this nature are good physical stamina, endurance, andbody condition that would not be adversely affected by having to walk, stand, lift, carry,and balance, at times, in excess of 125 pounds. Motor coordination is necessary becausethe patient's and the First Responder's well-being, as well as that of other workers, mustnot be jeopardized while on uneven terrain.xviFirst Responder EMS Curriculum/AIHA, July 2002