Job Summary
Join our dynamic emergency medical services team as an EMT, AEMT, Medic, or Ambulance Operator, where your quick thinking and compassionate care will make a life-saving difference. In this vital role, you will provide rapid response and pre-hospital emergency care to patients in diverse settings, ensuring their safety and comfort while transporting them to medical facilities. This paid position offers a unique opportunity to develop your skills in emergency medicine, critical care, and patient assessment within a fast-paced environment committed to excellence and teamwork.
Responsibilities
- Respond promptly to emergency calls, providing immediate medical attention and stabilization for patients across various scenarios.
- Assess patient conditions through thorough physical examinations, vital signs monitoring, and comprehensive patient assessments.
- Administer basic life support (BLS) interventions including airway management, oxygen therapy, and medication administration as needed.
- Perform advanced procedures such as venipuncture, injections, and critical care interventions under protocol.
- Operate ambulances safely while adhering to all traffic laws; perform heavy lifting during patient loading and unloading with proper technique.
- Maintain accurate documentation of patient care reports, vital signs, medications administered, and incident details following aseptic techniques.
- Collaborate with hospital staff during triage and handoff processes at Level I Trauma Centers or Level II trauma centers to ensure seamless patient transfer.
Skills
- Proven EMT experience with knowledge of emergency medicine protocols and medical terminology.
- Critical care experience preferred, especially within hospital or ICU settings; familiarity with trauma center procedures is a plus.
- Strong understanding of physiology, anatomy, and the principles of patient assessment and vital signs interpretation.
- Experience in airway management techniques and administering injections or medications in urgent situations.
- Ability to perform physical examinations accurately and utilize DME (Durable Medical Equipment) effectively during transport.
- Excellent driving skills with a clean record; capable of heavy lifting and physically demanding tasks associated with emergency response.
- Knowledge of venipuncture procedures, aseptic techniques, and emergency room operations enhances your ability to deliver top-tier patient care. This position is ideal for motivated individuals eager to advance their careers in emergency medicine while making a tangible difference in people's lives every day. We are dedicated to supporting your professional growth through ongoing training opportunities in critical care transport, triage procedures, and hospital-based experiences—especially for those with prior hospital or urgent care backgrounds seeking to elevate their expertise in pre-hospital settings.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, PRN
Pay: $15.20 - $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 12 – 72 per week
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Uniform allowance
Work Location: In person