Atrium Health EMS Emergency Medical Technician Trainee - Interfacility Ground Transport

Atrium Health Enterprise; Charlotte (NC); Presencial; USD 30.000 - 48.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Atrium Health in Charlotte, NC is seeking a trainee Emergency Medical Technician to support patient transport under supervision. This entry-level role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and adherence to established EMS protocols while preparing you to obtain EMT certification within a defined timeframe.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or equivalent and strong communication skills. No prior EMS experience is required, and participation in required education and training is expected to

Formación

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• College-level English or equivalent reading proficiency required.
• No prior EMS experience required.

Responsabilidades

• Operates authorized emergency vehicles in emergency and nonemergency situations in compliance with policy and training.
• Responds to emergency and nonemergency calls to support patient care and transport under supervision.
• Maintains readiness of vehicles, equipment, and supplies.
• Communicates effectively with dispatch, healthcare professionals, and EMS team members.
• Completes required documentation, reports, and logs.
• Participates in required education, training, and certification activities.
• Represents the organization professionally in community and patient interactions.

Conocimientos

Vehicle operation

Communication

Situational awareness

Protocol compliance

Physical ability

Educación

High school diploma

English reading level

Descripción del empleo

Please note, this is a trainee role, and not for individuals who are already currently certified EMTs.

Major Responsibilities

• Operates authorized emergency vehicles in emergency and nonemergency situations in compliance with policy and training.
• Responds to emergency and nonemergency calls to support patient care and transport under supervision.
• Maintains readiness of vehicles, equipment, and supplies.
• Communicates effectively with dispatch, healthcare professionals, and EMS team members.
• Completes required documentation, reports, and logs.
• Participates in required education, training, and certification activities.
• Represents the organization professionally in community and patient interactions.

Licensure, Registration, And/or Certification Required

• Valid driver's license
• Ability to obtain EMT certification within defined timeframe

Education Required

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Successful completion of a College-Level English course OR possession of a high school diploma, high school equivalency certificate or successful completion of an exam assessing basic reading comprehension skills at a minimum of an eleventh-grade level

Experience Required

• No prior EMS experience required

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• Safe vehicle operation
• Communication and teamwork
• Situational awareness
• Ability to follow protocols and direction
• Physical ability to perform essential job functions

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions

• Must be physically able to operate a variety of vehicles, machinery and equipment as required to meet the essential job functions of an Emergency Medical Technician. Must be able to exert up to 200 pounds of force occasionally, and or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and or up to 25 pounds of force constantly to move objects and people. Physical requirements are for Heavy Work.

Preferred Job Requirements

Preferred Experience

• Experience in customer service, healthcare, or safety sensitive roles preferred

Preferred Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Basic medical terminology and concepts (training level)
• Familiarity with EMS operations
• Strong customer service orientation
• Ability to learn quickly in a structured training environment

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.