Advanced EMT

Rural Metro Fire Department; Stone Mountain (GA); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

AMR in DeKalb County, Georgia is hiring Advanced Emergency Medical Technicians (AEMTs) to respond to both emergency and non-emergency medical requests and deliver high-quality care, treatment and customer service.

You will perform comprehensive patient assessments, document findings, operate ambulance equipment, and collaborate with public safety teams while adhering to HIPAA and safety policies.

Qualifications

• Minimum: High school diploma or GED, State AEMT License, State Driver’s License.
• BLS certification and NREMT are required or preferred.
• Experience in healthcare settings is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, vital signs, and medical history to determine interventions.
• Document all patient information, assessments, treatments, and outcomes per HIPAA requirements.
• Maintain ambulance and equipment readiness through pre-shift checks and restocking supplies.
• Use AEMT skills to provide care and communicate with patients and team.
• Operate ambulances in compliance with safety policies and traffic laws.
• Collaborate with allied health and public safety personnel.

Skills

Patient assessment

Documentation

HIPAA compliance

Interpersonal communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

State AEMT License

State Driver’s License

BLS

NREMT

Tools

Ambulance equipment operation

Job description

IMMEDIATELY HIRING

Advanced EMTs

Dekalb County, Georgia

We’re hiring Advanced Emergency Medical Technicians (AEMTs) that will respond to emergency and non-emergency requests for medical assistance and deliver high-quality care, treatment and customer service to patients.

Responsibilities:

• AEMTs conduct comprehensive patient assessments including vital signs, medical history, and physical examination findings, determine appropriate clinical interventions based on these assessments, and deliver emergency medical services by utilizing advanced medical techniques, specialized equipment, and evidence-based protocols.
• Accurately document all patient information, clinical assessments, treatments administered, and patient outcomes in medical records and incident reports while adhering to HIPAA regulations, maintaining confidentiality, and protecting patient privacy rights.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and properly stocked ambulance and equipment by conducting pre-shift vehicle inspections, restocking medical supplies, cleaning and sanitizing equipment between patient contacts, and reporting maintenance needs to ensure readiness for emergency response.
• Utilize appropriate AEMT clinical skills to provide patient care including effective patient and team communications, operation and maintenance of medical equipment, adherence to infection control and cleaning procedures, and proficient use of office equipment and field tools.
• EMTs safely operate ambulances and emergency medical response vehicles in full compliance with company safety policies, state and federal traffic laws, defensive driving practices, and emergency vehicle operation standards to ensure patient and public safety.
• Work collaboratively and in a professional manner with all allied health and public safety personnel as well as your fellow AEMTs.

Other Responsibilities:

• Participate in community programs to maintain AMR image and establish strong community relations.

MinimumRequired Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• State AEMT License
• State Driver’s License
• BLS, NREMT
• Driving record compliant with company policy
• Pass Physical Agility Test
• Some work experience, preferably healthcare

Preferred Qualifications:

• Related experience in healthcare

Why Choose AMR? AMR is one of Global Medical Response’s (GMR) family of solutions. Our GMR teams deliver compassionate, quality medical care, primarily in the areas of emergency and patient relocation services. View the stories on how our employees provide care to the world at www.AtaMomentsNotice.com.

GMR’s Core Behaviors —keep care at the center, raise your hand,seek to understand, find a way together and be accountable—unite our teamsand set us apart in emergency medical services.

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