Emergency Medical Technician

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Responsibilities:

• Assess each call situation to determine best course of action and appropriate protocol.
• Utilize medical equipment and procedures including defibrillator, EKG monitor, oxygen and suction devices, intravenous fluids, CPR and other procedures and medications as required to provide advanced medical care.
• Develop and utilize triage skills to provide optimal efficiency during calls.
• Provide patient care according to clinical protocols and safety requirements.
• Lift and move patients as required to provide optimum care.
• Communicate with receiving facility to receive medical direction and to provide critical information.
• Act as team leader and take responsibility for scene and unit management as needed.
• Drive the ambulance and provide map reading support to minimize call response time.
• Continuously maintain all required certifications.
• Monitor and maintain the general condition of the unit, keep it clean and stocked for optimal call response to maintain the image of the company.
• Document activities with regard to patient care and billing completely to ensure appropriate information is available regarding each call.

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Minimum Qualifications:

• CPR Card (American Heart Association ONLY, Health Care Provider).
• EMT State License.
• Drivers License.
• Ambulance Drivers License.
• Medical Examiners.
• Driving record in compliance with company Safety and Driving policy (DMV print out).
• FEMA ICS 100, 200, 700, 800.
• ACLS Card (American Heart Association ONLY).
• PALS (American Heart Association ONLY).

Company Information:

Global Medical Response and its family of companies are an Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes supporting veterans and providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with a disability. The company offers comprehensive benefit options, including medical, vision, dental, 401k, disability, FSA, HSA, EAP, vacation and paid time off.

Salary Range: $29.60 - $39.60 hr. DOE This rate applies to 12 hour shift and averages 42 hours per week.