Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-B)

First Response EMS; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Tuition assistance

Job summary

First Response EMS is seeking an Emergency Medical Technician in Warren, Michigan. The EMT will provide basic life support with strict adherence to protocols and deliver quality patient care. The role involves timely reporting, maintaining vehicle readiness, and continuous education.

This position is suited for licensed EMTs with the ability to perform physically demanding tasks and keep up with essential certifications. Benefits include competitive salary and flexible schedules.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Michigan EMT license.
• Maintain current BCLS certification.
• Physical ability to handle heavy loads and emergency situations.

Responsibilities

• Deliver basic life support under physician direction.
• Complete reports accurately and timely.
• Maintain response readiness for all calls.
• Keep First Response E.M.S. vehicles clean and ready.
• Stay current on company policies and protocols.

Skills

Michigan Licensed Emergency Medical Technician

American Heart Association Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS)

Ability to perform duties under physical strain

Job description

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Tuition assistance

Job Description

Title: Emergency Medical Technician

General Summary: The Basic EMT shall deliver basic life support under direction of the base hospital Emergency Department Physician. The Basic EMT will insure that the proper treatment is given in accordance with National Scope of Practice, State of Michigan protocols, and local Medical Control Authority while keeping confidential the nature of his/her dealings with the patient.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for the legible, accurate, and timely completion of all reports, including PCR and billing documentation.
• Maintain response readiness to all calls according to First Response E.M.S. response time criteria.
• Will perform all duties in a courteous and proficient manner keeping in mind the health and well being of the patient, partner, and the obligations as an employee of First Response E.M.S.
• Required to report to work and all mandatory meetings or educational events, on time at the hour specified.
• Responsible for keeping all First Response E.M.S. vehicles clean and ready for deployment in accordance with policy and procedure.
• Will remain current on all company policies and procedures, federal, state, and county protocol changes as effected by scope of practice.
• Must possess the physical strength necessary to perform his/her duties as defined in the physical requirement for the position.
• Must be proficient in operating equipment in all conditions or positions.
• Will perform other duties as assigned.

The employee must be alert and able to perform his/her duties during all shifts.

Working conditions

Outside work, inside work, exposure to elements, exposures to dangerous situations, considerable physical activity in the form of lifting, carrying heavy loads, bending, squatting.

Knowledge, skills, experience required

• Michigan Licensed Emergency Medical Technician
• American Heart Association Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Course.
• Maintain current certifications and licenses applicable to this position. Certifications and licenses must be kept with the person at all times while on duty, must be able to present the credentials to any representative of management when requested.
• Must maintain an acceptable driver’s motor vehicle record.