EMT-Basic: Frontline Emergency Medical Tech

Pafford EMS of Mississippi Inc/ PEMSM; Ferriday (LA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Pafford EMS of Mississippi Inc./ PEMSM is seeking an EMT/EMT-B to join our emergency medical team in Ferriday, LA. The role requires strong clinical judgment, skill in performing physical exams, and the ability to provide life-saving therapy in pre-hospital settings.

Responsibilities include patient assessment, documentation, transport to hospitals, and adherence to protocols while delivering compassionate care under demanding conditions.

Qualifications

• EMT/EMT-B certification required.
• CPR certification required.
• Strong knowledge of local street systems and rescue equipment.

Responsibilities

• Recognizes and understands medical emergencies with differential diagnosis.
• Performs physical examinations.
• Installs appropriate emergency therapy for potentially life-threatening presentations.
• Deals with medical and emotional needs to reduce morbidity and mortality.
• Files standardized reports for hospital and billing purposes.
• Maintains communication with hospital physicians and follows protocols.
• Transports ill and injured to medical facilities and operates ambulances safely.
• Completes patient statistics and medical information forms.
• Assists technical rescues and follows company policies.

Skills

EMT / EMT-B

CPR for Health Care Provider

Good knowledge of area streets

Education

NAT REG EMT

LA EMT

Job description

Pafford EMS of Mississippi Inc./ PEMSM is seeking an EMT/EMT-B to join our emergency medical team in Ferriday, LA. The role requires strong clinical judgment, skill in performing physical exams, and the ability to provide life-saving therapy in pre-hospital settings.

Responsibilities include patient assessment, documentation, transport to hospitals, and adherence to protocols while delivering compassionate care under demanding conditions.