Emergency Medical Technician - Montgomery College - Rockville MD

Emergency Medical Technician from Montgomery College - Rockville MD is a Campus Certificate Medical Emergency degree that prepares you for a Healthcare career. This sequence of courses is for persons who wish to pursue careers in Emergency Medical Services. The course provides students with the skills to assess and treat sick or injured patients and prepares students to take the Maryland state certification examination. A grade of C or better is required in each module of the course, as well as an overall course grade of C or better. Program Outcomes for the Emergency Medical Technician Letter of Recognition Upon completion of this program a student will be able to: Recognize the nature and seriousness of the patient?s condition or extent of injuries to assess requirements for emergency medical care. Administer appropriate emergency medical care based on assessment findings of the patient?s condition and apply appropriate treatment protocols. Lift, move, position, and otherwise handle the patient to minimize discomfort and prevent further injury. Use critical thinking skills to confidently and effectively manage emergency situations. Practice professional standards by demonstrating a strong work ethic and a positive attitude, respect for patients, the ability to work cooperatively as a health care team member, and willingness to maintain and enhance technical skills. Communicate clearly and professionally using verbal and nonverbal communication techniques. Apply safety and infection control practices to maintain personal and professional well being and to ensure patient safety. Manage emergency patient care and treatment appropriately within the scope of practice for an Emergency Medical Technician-Basic. Apply legal knowledge and medical ethics to all patient care situations by documenting accurate and complete patient records and reports and maintaining patient confidentiality. Demonstrate an understanding of the EMS system: how it is accessed, levels of training, and roles and responsibilities of an emergency care provider. Perform at a minimum the following EMT-Basic skills: basic patient assessment techniques, controlling airways through adjuncts, administering CPR and operating the automatic external defibrillator, bandage patients? injuries, immobilize the spine, provide oxygen therapy, administer basic medications, and assist with emergency childbirth. Use oral and written skills to communicate effectively in anxiety-producing situations with patients, families, and members of the health care team. Apply professional values and ethical behaviors individually and as a member of a team in providing emergency care. Understand the overall roles and responsibilities of the EMT in performing both emergency medical care and operational aspects of the job. Develop skills in patient evaluation and all emergency treatment procedures as required by Maryland state protocols. Develop skill in the use and maintenance of all equipment and instruments required to accomplish the job as an EMT. Demonstrate knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology and of the mechanics of injury for patient evaluation for the sick and injured. Meet requirements for Maryland Emergency Medical Technician-Basic certification exam. View more details on Montgomery College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Medical Emergency courses.