EMT-Basic: Emergency Medical Responder

pafford; Gulfport (MS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Pafford EMS is seeking an EMT/EMT-B to respond to medical emergencies and provide high-quality pre-hospital care. You will perform patient assessments, initiate treatment, and coordinate with receiving hospitals to ensure optimal outcomes.

The role requires certification and hands-on EMS experience, with responsibilities spanning transport, documentation, and collaborative care under physician direction. Equal opportunity employer with ongoing training.

Qualifications

• EMT/EMT-B certification required.
• CPR for Health Care Provider required.
• Excellent knowledge of local streets, addresses, and EMS equipment used in Advanced Life Support.

Responsibilities

• Recognizes and understands medical emergencies and initiates appropriate differential diagnosis.
• Performs physical examinations to assess patient condition.
• Communicates with hospital staff and physicians to relay patient status and obtain orders.
• Transports patients using emergency vehicles following safety protocols.
• Maintains patient documentation for hospital and billing purposes.
• Assists in technical rescues and follows established SOPs when a physician cannot be contacted.

Skills

EMT / EMT-B

CPR for the Health Care Provider

Knowledge of local streets & EMS gear

Job description

Pafford EMS is seeking an EMT/EMT-B to respond to medical emergencies and provide high-quality pre-hospital care. You will perform patient assessments, initiate treatment, and coordinate with receiving hospitals to ensure optimal outcomes.

The role requires certification and hands-on EMS experience, with responsibilities spanning transport, documentation, and collaborative care under physician direction. Equal opportunity employer with ongoing training.