Emergency Medical Technician

Life EMS; Michigan; On-site; USD 28,585 - 34,095; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Paid time off

100% scholarships for EMT schooling

Free continuing education classes

Life insurance coverage up to $40,000

Flexible spending accounts

Uniforms and boot allowance

Job summary

Life EMS Ambulance is seeking a full-time Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) to work in Saugatuck, Michigan. You'll engage directly in patient care and ensure units are well-prepared and stocked. This role involves working flexible shifts, with the potential for night and weekend duties.

Ideal candidates must be at least 18 years old, possess a valid Michigan driver's license, and maintain an EMT license. Benefits include health coverage, paid time off, and free schooling for EMT training.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must maintain a valid Michigan driver’s license.
• Exceptional knowledge of common physical illnesses and symptoms.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the delivery of patient care.
• Assure the medic unit or station is stocked and clean.
• Prepare medical reports and invoices of runs.

Skills

Emergency Medical Technician license

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Positive behavior in dealing with people

Knowledge of emergency care procedures

Ability to prepare detailed reports

Accurate typing skills

Knowledge of city streets and traffic regulations

Education

High school diploma or G.E.D.

Job description

Full-time available. This position will work out of Saugatuck, but start/end each shift in Fennville. Pay range is $20.75/hr to $24.75/hr on a 42 hour work week. Pay depends on experience.

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Paid time off - two weeks of vacation time within your first year
• 100% scholarships for EMT and Paramedic schooling
• Free continuing education classes
• Life Insurance that is free coverage up to $40,000 for an associate.
  • Additional coverage is available.
• Flexible spending accounts for medical and child care
• Long term and short term disability insurance
• Length of Service Bonus'
• Free vaccinations
• Uniforms are provided and an annual boot allowance
• Associate Assistance Program with free counseling sessions for associates and their family members
• Wellness Activities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure daily customer happiness
• Participates in the delivery of patient care to the level of their licensure
• Assures that the medic unit or station is completely stocked, clean and in good order at the beginning and end of each shift
• Examines patients and reports medical conditions as directed by medical control and company policies
• Prepares medical reports and invoices of runs made by the crew
• Attends training session as a required to maintain certification
• Cleans vehicle and patient care compartments and maintains stations in a neat, orderly fashion
• Reports vehicle and equipment malfunctions to the Control Center and/or appropriate supervisor
• Helps in performing routine maintenance checks on vehicle and equipment in conjunction with completion of medic unit or station checklist
• Other roles and responsibilities as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must maintain a valid Michigan driver’s license and a good driving record
• Must have a high school diploma or G.E.D.
• Must possess current Emergency Medical Technician license issued by the state of Michigan
• Must be interviewed by Life EMS designee
• Must pass all Life EMS pre-employment requirements as outlined on the Conditional Offer of Employment
• Must possess current BLS card
• Must possess a current trauma or pediatric card (based on work location)
• Ability to prepare detailed reports
• Accurate, basic typing skills and computer operation knowledge
• Must demonstrate positive, respectful behavior in dealing with people at all levels
• Exceptional knowledge of emergency care procedures
• Exceptional knowledge of common physical illnesses, symptoms, and appropriate medical terminology
• Exceptional knowledge of city streets and traffic regulations
• Demonstrate the ability to think and act quickly in stressful situations
• Considerable skill in the application of emergency care procedures and equipment
• Responsible for maintaining a good working relationship with fellow crew members, police, fire and the general public
• COVID-19 Vaccination highly encouraged

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Sit and drive using frequent wrist motions and forward reaches
• Walk, climb stairs, carry medical equipment up to 70lbs
• Push and pull wheelchairs while ascending or descending stairs with 130 pound patient
• Lift, push and pull stretcher to load and unload 150 pound patient (with assistance of one other Paramedic)
• Lift and transfer loads up to 150 pound (with assistance of one other Paramedic)
• Climb ladder and crawl
• Lifting one end of stretcher weighing 105lbs from chest to overhead (48”-66”)
• Ability to wear particulate respirator. Facial hair, except for a mustache to the corners of the mouth, is prohibited.

Please note that Life EMS tries to accommodate all schedules, but as an EMS agency, you may be required to work shifts outside of your requested availability so we can assist our patients and communities. This may include days, nights, weekends, or holidays.