EMT-Basic: Field Respondent & Public Education

AMFEMS; Berrytown (KY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

AMFEMS is seeking an EMT-Basic to perform emergency medical response, routine equipment maintenance, and public education on life safety. The role requires Kentucky EMT certification or national registration, BLS, and a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities include responding to calls, training participation, equipment accountability, and preserving safety and professionalism at all times. Preferred are related degrees and HazMat certification; pharmacy or clinical duties are not implied.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Nationally Registered EMT or Kentucky EMT Certification.
• AHA BLS Healthcare Provider.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Willing to work any assigned schedule.
• Valid driver’s license (full operator’s).
• Instructor or temporary learning permits do not meet the license requirement.

Responsibilities

• Respond to calls for service when on-duty and perform duties as requested by the Officer in charge, per SOPs/SOGs.
• Attend assigned training sessions and remain at incident scenes until dismissed by the Officer in charge.
• Maintain issued equipment (PPE, uniforms, radios) and report malfunctions or losses.
• Provide public education and training on life safety and related topics as needed.
• Maintain EMT certification and driver certification on Ambulance; notify supervisor of status changes.
• Participate in daily work assignments including building/grounds and vehicle maintenance.
• Assist in training sessions and support the Division of Workforce Development.

Skills

Communication skills

Written & oral communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s degree in Emergency Medicine or Fire Science

Job description

AMFEMS is seeking an EMT-Basic to perform emergency medical response, routine equipment maintenance, and public education on life safety. The role requires Kentucky EMT certification or national registration, BLS, and a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities include responding to calls, training participation, equipment accountability, and preserving safety and professionalism at all times. Preferred are related degrees and HazMat certification; pharmacy or clinical duties are not implied.