EMT Basic

Global Medical Response; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 19,320 - 27,517; Full time

Job summary

Rural Metro Fire Department in Knoxville, TN, is hiring Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) for full-time positions with hourly rates starting at $17.00 DOE. EMTs will provide emergency medical assistance, ensuring high-quality care and customer service to patients.

Successful candidates must possess a high school diploma or equivalent, EMT certification, and CPR/BLS certification, with some experience in healthcare preferred. This is an excellent opportunity to serve the community effectively and professionally.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
• Must have State Driver's License.
• Must possess National or State EMT certification.
• CPR/BLS certifications are necessary.
• Driving record must comply with company policy.
• Pass Physical Agility Test required.
• Some work experience in healthcare preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and determine necessary care.
• Document patient information and treatment.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment for patients.
• Provide care using appropriate EMT skills.
• Operate an ambulance following safety policies.
• Collaborate professionally with healthcare personnel.
• Participate in community programs for better relations.

Skills

Assessment of patients

Emergency services

Collaboration with health personnel

Communication skills

Operating emergency vehicles

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (GED)

National or State EMT certification

CPR/BLS certifications

Job description

Emergency Medical Technician Basic (EMT Basic)

Hourly rates starting at $17.00 DOE

IMMEDIATELY HIRING! EMT FULL‑TIME Opportunity

We’re hiring Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) that will respond to emergency and non‑emergency requests for medical assistance and deliver high‑quality care, treatment and customer service to patients.

Responsibilities

• EMTs provide an assessment of patients, determine necessary care and deliver emergency services by utilizing appropriate medical techniques and equipment.
• Document patient information, condition and treatment while maintaining confidentiality and patient rights.
• Take pride in providing a safe, clean, and well‑stocked environment for patients.
• Use appropriate EMT skills to provide care including communications, medical equipment, cleaning procedures, office equipment and tools.
• Operate an ambulance in conjunction with applicable company safety policies and traffic laws related to the operation of emergency medical response vehicles.
• Work collaboratively and in a professional manner with all allied health and public safety personnel as well as your fellow EMTs.
• Participate in community programs to maintain AMR image and establish strong community relations.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• State Driver’s License
• National or State EMT certification
• CPR/BLS certifications
• Driving record in compliance with company policy
• Pass Physical Agility Test
• Some work experience, preferably in healthcare

EEO Statement

Global Medical Response and its family of companies are an Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes supporting veterans and providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with a disability.

Job Code: R0053107