Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

APCO International; Lafayette (LA); Presencial; USD 42.000 - 65.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401k

Descripción de la vacante

Acadian Ambulance Service is seeking an EMT to deliver frontline, lifesaving care in the field as part of a coordinated Emergency Services team around Lafayette, LA. You will respond to 911 and interfacility calls, assess patients, provide basic life support, and transport to medical facilities.

You’ll document care, operate EMS equipment, and collaborate with dispatch, partners, and hospital staff. As an employee-owner, you’ll receive extensive training, clear protocols, and a safety-focused,

Formación

• EMT-B or higher state certification and current CPR/BLS.
• NREMT certification preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with clean record.
• ACLS and/or PALS preferred or obtained after hire.
• EVOC/CEVO training preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Respond promptly to 911 and non-emergency calls.
• Perform patient assessment and provide basic life support.
• Safely lift, move, and transport patients to facilities.
• Operate and maintain ambulances and equipment.
• Communicate with dispatch, partners, and hospital staff.
• Document patient care, assessments, and interventions.
• Follow clinical protocols, safety policies, and regulations.
• Participate in training, drills, and quality improvement.
• Provide compassionate, patient-focused care in diverse environments.

Conocimientos

Emergency patient assessment

Basic life support

Airway management

Hemorrhage control

CPR/AED operation

Ambulance driving

Emergency communications

ePCR documentation

Infection control

Scene safety

Educación

State EMT certification (EMT-B or higher)

NREMT certification preferred

CPR/BLS certification current

ACLS and PALS preferred

Valid driver’s license

EVOC/CEVO training preferred

Descripción del empleo

As an EMT with Acadian Ambulance Service, you’ll deliver frontline, lifesaving care in the field as part of a coordinated Emergency Services team. Respond to 911 and interfacility calls, assess patients, provide basic life support, and safely transport to medical facilities. You’ll document care, operate EMS equipment and vehicles, and collaborate closely with partners, dispatch, and hospital staff. As an employee-owner, you’ll benefit from extensive training, clear clinical protocols, and a culture built on safety, teamwork, and patient-first community service.

Responsibilities

• Respond promptly and safely to 911 and non-emergency calls
• Perform patient assessment and provide basic life support interventions
• Safely lift, move, and transport patients to appropriate facilities
• Operate and maintain ambulances and medical equipment
• Communicate effectively with dispatch, partner, and hospital staff
• Accurately document patient care, assessments, and interventions
• Follow clinical protocols, safety policies, and regulatory requirements
• Participate in ongoing training, drills, and quality improvement activities
• Provide compassionate, patient-focused care in diverse environments

Key Skills

• Emergency patient assessment
• Basic life support (BLS)
• Airway management and oxygen therapy
• Hemorrhage control and splinting
• CPR and AED operation
• Safe ambulance driving and navigation
• Emergency communications and radio use
• Electronic patient care reporting (ePCR)
• Infection control and PPE use
• Scene safety and incident management

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401k

Qualifications

• State EMT certification (EMT-B or higher)
• NREMT certification preferred
• Current CPR/BLS certification
• ACLS and PALS preferred or obtained after hire
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable record
• EVOC/CEVO emergency vehicle operations training preferred