The emergency medical technicians (EMTs) respond to to medical emergencies and deliver patient care, support, and evaluation in a pre-hospital setting. This generally includes assessing the patient, determining the proper emergency care, and administering treatment. EMTs also help with transporting patients safely between hospitals and care facilities.
Job requirements:
- Examine and evaluate patients to determine necessary care
- Provide patients with emergency care by utilizing appropriate techniques and equipment
- Document patient information, condition, and treatment
- Maintain patient confidentiality and perform all care with respect for patient rights
- Transport patients in accordance with outlined policies and procedures
- Maintain a safe, clean, and well-stocked environment for patients
- Operate and drive ambulance in conjunction with applicable safety policies and laws
- Provide basic life support and gather patient data.
- Other duties as assigned
Skills/Knowledge:
- Excellent organizational and analytical skills
- Strong sense of professionalism.
- Proficiency in relevant software and technology systems.
- Write simple correspondence or reports
- Effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees and/or managers
- Knowledge of company protocols, operational procedures, and safety policies
- Knowledge of methods and techniques for providing on-site emergency medical services
- Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language.
- Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing
- Ability to follow written or verbal step-by-step instructions
- Ability to concentrate, think, and learn
- Ability to hear, see, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, lift, push and pull up to 50 lbs.
Qualifications/ Experience
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
- Current EMT certification/license in the state of practice
- Current CPR certification
- Must possess a valid driver's license in the state of practice
- 1 year of experience in an emergency care setting preferred