emergency medical technician - EMT

ART Ambulance Services; Dubai; On-site; AED 89,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Training and development

Annual leave

Job summary

ART Ambulance Services in Dubai is seeking a dedicated Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) to provide patient care and safe transport in non-emergency and inter-facility settings, including events and remote sites. The ideal candidate is DCAS license-ready, holds a valid UAE driving license, and is committed to excellence in patient care and safety.

Responsibilities include rapid response to dispatch, transporting patients between facilities, delivering BLS and EMT procedures, maintaining

Qualifications

• Diploma in Emergency Medical Services or nursing qualification (Assistant/Registered Nurse) and relevant certifications.
• DCAS Prometric examination passed.
• Valid BLS, ACLS, and Trauma Life Support certifications (ITLS or PHTLS).

Responsibilities

• Respond promptly to dispatch and provide protocol-driven patient care.
• Transport patients safely between facilities.
• Deliver basic life support and EMT procedures within scope of practice.
• Operate, clean, and maintain ambulance and onboard equipment.
• Collaborate with clinical crew, receiving facilities and first responders.
• Document patient information and care on the patient care record.

Skills

DCAS EMT

Patient care

Communication

Calm under pressure

Education

Diploma in Emergency Medical Services

Tools

DCAS EMT Prometric

BLS ACLS ITLS/PHTLS

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) to join our team in Dubai. The EMT will be responsible for providing patient care and safe transport in non-emergency and inter-facility settings, providing care at events and (remote) sites. The ideal candidate is DCAS license-ready, holds a valid UAE driving license, and has a strong commitment to patient care.

Responsibilities

• Respond promptly to dispatch and provide efficient, protocol-driven patient care
• Transport patients safely to, from, and between healthcare facilities
• Deliver basic life support and approved emergency medical procedures within EMT scope of practice
• Safely operate, clean, and maintain the ambulance and all onboard medical equipment
• Collaborate with clinical crew, receiving facilities, and first responders
• Accurately document patient information and care provided on the patient care record

Minimum Requirements

• DataFlow (Primary Source Verification) completed.
• DCAS EMT Prometric examination passed.
• Experience letters from previous employers — required.
• Qualification pathway:
  • Academic Diploma in Emergency Medical Services (including 540 hours pre-hospital clinical practicum), or qualification as an Assistant Nurse or Registered Nurse
  • Valid and current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and Trauma Life Support (ITLS or PHTLS)
• Experience (one of):
  • Minimum 1 year as an EMT post-EMS qualification, or
  • Minimum 2 years in ER / ICU / CCU (for nursing-qualified candidates)

Preferred

• Valid active DCAS EMT license already in hand
• Prior experience in the Dubai/UAE medical or ambulance sector
• Valid UAE driving licence
• Good working knowledge of UAE roads and Dubai geography

General Requirements

• Commitment to maintaining annual CPD/CME and completing the DCAS OSCE for license renewal
• Excellent communication in English; Arabic (or other languages) is a strong advantage
• Ability to stay calm and make sound decisions under pressure
• Physical fitness to lift and carry patients and heavy equipment
• Clean, professional appearance

Benefits

• Competitive salary package
• Health insurance coverage
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Annual leave and other statutory benefits, as per UAE labor laws