EMT Basic

Rural Metro Fire Department; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 54,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefit options available

Job summary

The Rural Metro Fire Department is urgently hiring Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) for a full-time opportunity starting at $26.04 per hour. EMTs will respond to emergency and non-emergency requests, providing high-quality medical care and patient services.

Key responsibilities include patient assessments, documentation of care, ensuring patient safety, and collaborating with public safety personnel. Applicants must have a high school diploma, state EMT and driver's licenses, and certifications in BLS and NREMT.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• State EMT License and Driver’s License required.
• BLS and NREMT certifications recommended.
• Ability to pass Physical Agility Test.
• Some experience in healthcare preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and determine necessary care.
• Document patient information while maintaining confidentiality.
• Provide a safe and clean environment for patients.
• Operate an ambulance in compliance with safety policies.
• Collaborate with health and public safety personnel.

Skills

Emergency medical techniques

Patient assessment

Customer service

Collaboration with public safety personnel

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (GED)

State EMT License

State Driver’s License

BLS, NREMT certification

Job description

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

IMMEDIATELY HIRING! EMT FULL-TIME Opportunity

Starting at $26.04 per hour.

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.
• EMTs 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.

Other Responsibilities

• Participate in community programs to maintain AMR image and establish strong community relations.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• State EMT License
• State Driver’s License
• BLS, NREMT
• Driving record compliant with company policy
• Pass Physical Agility Test
• Some work experience, preferably healthcare

Preferred Qualifications

• Related experience 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.

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