Emergency Medical Technician — Frontline Life-Saving Care

Acadian Ambulance Service; Many (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Acadian Ambulance Service seeks an EMT-Basic to provide pre-hospital basic life support and transport for sick and injured patients. You will perform patient assessment and deliver care within licensure, documenting treatments and ensuring efficient unit readiness.

You will adhere to safety, driving guidelines, and protocols while assisting with equipment maintenance and accurate reporting to receiving staff.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• National and/or State certification as an EMT-Basic.
• CPR certification (American Heart Association).
• Current state driver’s license (Louisiana Class D or equivalent).
• Ability to read, write and communicate professionally and effectively.
• Knowledge of company protocols, procedures and safety policies.
• Ability to drive large vehicles in normal and adverse conditions.

Responsibilities

• Examines patient for signs and symptoms of illness/injury and assists other medical personnel as necessary.
• Administers prompt and efficient basic life support care prior to and during transport.
• Provides safe and efficient transport of the patient in the ambulance to the medical facility.
• Documents patient condition and treatment on EMS run reports and records relevant information.
• Maintains unit inventory and equipment readiness and performs routine testing.

Skills

Communication skills

Reading and writing

Education

Emergency Medical Technician-Basic certification

CPR certification

Louisiana driver’s license (Class D)

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Acadian Ambulance Service seeks an EMT-Basic to provide pre-hospital basic life support and transport for sick and injured patients. You will perform patient assessment and deliver care within licensure, documenting treatments and ensuring efficient unit readiness.

You will adhere to safety, driving guidelines, and protocols while assisting with equipment maintenance and accurate reporting to receiving staff.