Emergency Vehicle Operator / EMT Transport

MedStar Health; Clinton (MD); On-site; USD 30,968 - 47,513; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Generous PTO

Tuition assistance

Retirement plans

Job summary

MedStar Health is seeking an Emergency Vehicle Operator/EMT to join their ground transport team in Clinton, Maryland. This role involves medically transporting patients to various facilities while collaborating with paramedics and nurses.

Candidates will need valid NREMT and EMT certifications for both Maryland and Washington D.C. This exciting position requires operating an ambulance for 40 hours/week, including self-scheduling for shifts. The role offers an $8,000 sign-on bonus and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Current NREMT and State EMT for MD and DC.
• Must obtain DC EMT certification within 30 days of hire.
• No more than four points on driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Operate ground ambulance safely and efficiently.
• Inspect ambulance at the start of each shift.
• Transport patients to various locations as assigned.

Skills

NREMT certification

BLS Certification

Valid Driver's License

EVOC certification

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

About the Job

Are you looking for an exciting and rewarding career where you can make a difference every day?

Join our ground transport team in Clinton, Maryland as an Emergency Vehicle Operator/EMT where you'll medically transport patients to other medical/hospital facilities working closely with Paramedics and Critical Care nurses.

MedStar Health is a great place to work and grow your career! We provide a supportive and inclusive work environment, comprehensive health and wellness benefits, generous PTO, tuition assistance, retirement plans, and many other benefits focused on your wellbeing. MedStar Health uses top of the line equipment, including power loaders so our EMTs don't have to do the heavy lifting!

Now offering a limited-time $8,000 Sign-on Bonus

$3,000 after successful completion of orientation and probation; $2,500 after 12 months; $2,500 after 18 months.

Shifts

40 hours/week working 12-hour shifts (7AM-7PM, 7PM-7AM, 8AM-8PM, 8PM-8AM, 11AM-11PM) with three shifts one week and four shifts the next, rotating between day and night shifts and including every other weekend. Self-scheduling available.

Location

Report in/out of Clinton, MD (by MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center) or Baltimore, MD (by MedStar Harbor Hospital).

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or Equivalent
• NREMT certification required
• Current NREMT and State EMT for MD and DC (or ability to obtain DC within 30 days after hire)
• Valid Driver's License
• BLS Certification
• EVOC certification
• Current valid BLS

Primary Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently operate ground ambulance while obeying driving laws
• Inspect Ambulance at the start of each shift to confirm ready for safe use
• Maintain professional radio communications with MedSTAR Transport and other agencies, adhering to appropriate FCC protocols
• Transport patients to various locations as assigned
• Load and unload patients, medical equipment and passengers from MedSTAR Transport vehicles
• May assist in the unloading and transportation of patients from other transportation vehicles

Licenses and Certifications

• NREMT - National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians-Basic (EMT-B) required
• EMT - Emergency Medical Tech in the District of Columbia within 30 Days required
• EMT - Emergency Medical Tech in Maryland within 30 Days required
• "MedSTAR Transport" or "Mid Atlantic Air Transportation Services" affiliation as an EMT prior to release from orientation Required
• CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (includes BLS and NRP) for healthcare providers from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross within 90 Days Required Additional unit/specialty certifications may vary by department or business unit. FEMA ISS 100 Course prior to release from orientation Required FEMA ISS 200 Course FEMA IS-200.c Basic Incident Command systems for Initial Response prior to release from orientation Required DL - Valid State Driver's License in good standing Required No more than four points assigned to driver's license and must maintain a satisfactory driving record (no more than four points).
• Completion of approved Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (e.g., CEVO, EVOC) prior to release from orientation

It has a hiring range of USD $22.48 - USD $34.49 /Hr.