Emergency Medical Technician (Basic & Advanced)

Priority Ondemand; Columbia (TN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Priority Ondemand is looking for an EMT to join their team in Columbia, TN. This position involves providing lifesaving procedures and ensuring patient care while maintaining professionalism.

The ideal candidate must hold a valid state EMS license, have current CPR and EVOC certifications, and be ready to drive emergency vehicles. Interested individuals should be committed to upholding the values of First Call Ambulance and participate actively in training.

Qualifications

• Must have valid state EMS license with no disciplinary action.
• Active driver's license in the state of residence.
• Current certifications in CPR and EVOC required.

Responsibilities

• Perform lifesaving procedures and care as an EMT.
• Drive emergency vehicles using defensive driving techniques.
• Complete required training and maintain certifications.

Skills

Valid state EMS license

CPR certification

Defensive driving skills

Education

Pediatric Certification Course (PEARS, PEPP, EPC)

Trauma Certification (PHTLS, ITLS)

Job description

Job Location

Columbia, TN 38401

Position Type

Priority Ambulance

Job Category

EMR / EMT / AEMT

Company Overview

First Call Ambulance family is seeking EMTs to serve in Columbia, TN. We need additional team members that share our mission of exceptional patient care and friendly customer service.

General Statement of Duties

An employee in this class functions as an EMT performing lifesaving procedures, care and defensive driving in the delivery of EMS through the response of transport of patients for First Call Ambulance.

Reporting Relationship

Reports directly to the Field/Shift Supervisors, General Manager, and/or Regional ALS Manager/Coordinator.

Responsibilities

• Currently hold and maintain State License for State of Employment.
• Performs as an EMT within the scope of practice set forth by the Medical Director and State EMS Agency.
• Drives an emergency or non-emergency vehicle in the appropriate mode using defensive driving training techniques, if so trained and licensed to do so.
• Abides by the policies, procedures, and protocols of the company.
• Appearance, conduct, and attitude reflects a professional image in a caring manner at all times.
• Works cooperatively with other employees, health care personnel, patients, family members, etc.
• Completes required paperwork and documents appropriately and completely.
• Refrains from smoking in company vehicles, buildings, and refrains from smoking in other buildings and vehicles owned by others while representing the company.
• Reports accidents, problems, incidents, failed equipment or vehicles, worker’s compensation injuries, etc. to the company as soon as possible.
• Completes required training and education to keep certifications and requirements for this job class current. This includes In-Services that are assigned on CareerCert or TraumaSoft.
• Attends in-services, run report reviews and other quality assurance activities.
• Participates in public relation activities as it pertains to the company or EMS.
• Completes inventory of vehicles and equipment as requested.
• Completes special tasks that pertain to the operation of the company or its improvements.
• Ensures that First Call Ambulance is meeting and/or exceeding all local, state and federal requirements.
• Provides written reports to supervisor and/or management staff as necessary or required.
• Promotes First Call Ambulance marketing strategies consistent with the marketing plan in all aspects personal and professional.
• Works closely with all employees, supervisors, managers, and other departments to enhance First Call Ambulance strategies.
• Attends all required and mandatory training sessions, seminars, and workshops to enhance personal knowledge in all aspects of First Call Ambulance lines of business.
• Maintains First Call Ambulance core values and stays focused on our mission in the community.
• Always displays conduct becoming of a First Call Ambulance staff member.
• Performs other functions as necessary and/or required by First Call Ambulance management.

Qualifications

• Must have valid state EMS license with no disciplinary action documented.
• Must have active DL in the state the employee resides.
• Maintains current certifications in CPR, EVOC. Also, within 1 year of hire date, complete Pediatric Certification Course (PEARS, PEPP, EPC) and Trauma Certification (PHTLS, ITLS).