Emergency Medical Technician

Northern Light Health; Bangor (ME); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Light Medical Transport and Emergency Care in Bangor, ME is seeking Full Time EMTs to perform patient assessments, CPR, and emergency care in routine and emergent settings. This role offers a variable schedule with opportunities to grow within the ambulance transport team.

We value teamwork, professional conduct, and commitment to continuous improvement. Competitive wages reflect experience and licensure levels, with a focus on patient care and safety.

Qualifications

• EMT-Basic certification and licensure required.
• Current driver’s license.
• High School Diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Maintains licensure and certifications required for current licensure.
• Cooperates with EMS quality assurance and required documents.
• Offers scheduling flexibility and supports call-ins and pager shifts.
• Maintains professional conduct, appearance, and willingness to mentor others.
• Operates a company vehicle safely and adheres to PPE protocols.
• Performs patient assessment and basic life support procedures as needed.
• Completes documentation and reports problems to leadership.

Skills

EMT-Basic

CPR

Patient assessment

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Emergency Med Tech - Basic

Job description

Northern Light Medical Transport and Emergency Care |US:ME:Bangor | Emergency Services | Full Time

Salary range- 20.00-22.10 USD

Description

The compensation range listed reflects the range Northern Light Health anticipates relying on in setting the wages for the position. The range may not necessarily include all additional compensation elements available, such as differentials, incentive programs and benefits.

Northern Light Medical Transport and Emergency Care

Department:Ambulance Transport

Position is located: Douglas Brown Building

Work Type:Full Time

Work Schedule: Variable

Salary Range : $ 20.00 - $22.10

Exempt: No

Summary:

Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT) are skilled in patient assessment, airway management, CPR, automatic external defibrillation, oxygen delivery, dressings and hemorrhage control, splinting, spinal immobilization, childbirth, lifting and moving patients, and extrication. Our EMTs have the opportunity to use their skills in both a routine transport and emergent setting.

Responsibilities:

• Maintains all licenses and certifications required to hold current licensure and remain employed
• Cooperates and complies with established EMS’ Quality Assurance process and complies with other essential documents
• Offers flexibility in scheduling matters; willing to work late, arrive early, augments staffing when requested (call‑ins) and regularly completes pager shift duty
• Maintains professional conduct; appearance, behavior, sense of responsibility, pride in the company, and willingness to mentor others; willingness to progress professionally into specialty team assignments
• Adheres to standard precautions and other personal protective equipment (PPE), due to the presence of body fluids and chemicals
• Demonstrates competency in assessing a patient, handling emergencies utilizing Basic Life Support equipment and procedures; have the ability to perform CPR, control of hemorrhage, non-invasive shock treatment, fracture and spinal stabilization, manage environmental emergencies, emergency childbirth, operation of the semi-automatic defibrillator, delivery of oxygen
• Motivated in the delivery of care, maintenance of facilities and equipment, and inventory control.
• Maintains thorough familiarity with treatment protocols, response requirements and quality assurance procedures in system in which assigned.
• Maintains awareness of any and all changes in the system components and company policy.
• Maintains the level and type of certification(s) consistent with performing tasks in the system to which assigned.
• Complies with all state and company requirements for operation of motor vehicle.
• Operates a company vehicle in accordance with company policy and safe practices.
• Develops ability to quickly and safely locate addresses through knowledge of number systems and street layouts.
• Ensures that unit remains in a state of readiness in terms of mechanical reliability, medical supply and equipment, cleanliness and appearance standards.
• Reports immediately to the Lead Paramedic any discrepancies in vehicle or equipment standards that could compromise the unit’s ability to complete a call.
• Completes all appropriate documentation as outlined in company policy.
• Reports all problems and unusual occurrences immediately to the Lead Paramedic or Supervisor.
• Maintains a professional appearance by adhering to hygiene and uniforms standards.
• Participation in company activities; Staff Meetings, committees, and public relations details.

Other Information:

Competencies and Skills

• Behaves with Integrity and Builds Trust: Acts consistently in line with the core values, commitments and rules of conduct. Leads by example and tells the truth. Does what they say they will, when and how they say they will, or communicates an alternate plan.
• Cultivates Respect: Treats others fairly, embraces and values differences, and contributes to a culture of belonging, empowerment, and cooperation.
• Fosters Accountability: Creates and participates in a work environment where people hold themselves and others accountable for processes, results and behaviors. Takes appropriate ownership not only of successes but also mistakes and works to correct them in a timely manner. Demonstrates understanding that we all work as a team and the quality and timeliness of work impacts everyone involved.
• Practices Compassion: Exhibits genuine care for people and is available and ready to help; displays a deep awareness of and strong willingness to relieve the suffering of others.

Credentials

• Required Emergency Med Tech - Basic
• Required Driver's License

Education

• Required High School Diploma/General Educational Development (GED)

Working Conditions

• Potential exposure to diseases or infections.
• Potential exposure to noise levels being uncomfortable.
• Potential exposure to very hot or cold temperatures.

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Equal Opportunity Employment

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, disability status, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, protected veteran status, national origin, genetic information or any other legally protected status.