EMT-Basic-Alt

Veterans in Healthcare; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Spartanburg Medical Center EMS in Spartanburg, SC seeks an EMT to provide basic life support in prehospital settings. You will lead ambulance crew, supervise non-paramedics, and ensure age-appropriate patient care during shifts.

Fluency in English is required and physical demands include lifting and long hours. Responsibilities include responding to emergencies, coordinating with responders, and maintaining clear communication with the team and hospital staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Certificate from Basic EMT program meeting DOT guidelines.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English fluently.
• Able to lift up to 135 pounds and perform physically demanding tasks.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic life support prehospital emergency care to ill or injured persons.
• Oversee patient care delivered by ambulance crew and supervise non-paramedic crewmembers.
• Respond calmly to crisis situations and work as part of a team with staff and other agencies.

Skills

Fluent English

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

EMT certificate (DOT guidelines)

Job description

Location: Spartanburg, South Carolina, United States
Spartanburg Medical Center
EMS
Days
Job ID: P-107900
EMS 029 12 Hr Shifts (2288)
widget: Full Time
7am to 7pm

Description

Job Requirements

JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for the provision of basic life support prehospital emergency care to ill or injured persons. Provides age specific and culturally appropriate patient care through knowledge of growth and development. Is in charge of patient care given by ambulance crew and provides supervision for non‑paramedic crewmembers and first responders.

Education, Certification/Experience Requirements

• High school graduate or GED
• Certificate from Basic EMT program meeting DOT guidelines
• Valid driver's license with good driving record Physical/Mental Requirements:
• Must be able to withstand stress/demands of active position
• Must be able to withstand many long hours of standing, sitting, walking, bending, lifting and driving
• Must be able to lift and move patients and equipment used
• Must be able to read, write and speak English fluently
• Must be able to lift 135 pounds from floor to waist
• Manual dexterity, good eye-hand coordination and adequate vision is required for daily work
• Must be able to respond calmly and efficiently in crisis situations
• Must be able to work as team-member with co‑workers, staff, public and other agencies
• Must be able to function without direct supervision
• Must have good verbal and written communication skills and speak English fluently