EMT - Field Care & Emergency Transport

Forsyth County; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Applicants participate in ongoing training and must lift heavy loads while maintaining safety and professional conduct in all interactions with patients and the public.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or GED supplemented by courses in emergency medical care.
• Certification by the NC Department of Human Resources Office of Emergency Medical Services as an EMT-Basic.
• Must have a valid NC driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Responds to emergency calls as an ambulance driver or attendant and transports patients to facilities.
• Administers medications and procedures approved for EMT-Basic by NC EMS.
• Maintains ambulance, equipment, and supplies in proper working order.
• Participates in ongoing training programs in medical techniques and ambulance operation.
• Conducts tours of the station and gives talks on emergency medical services.

Skills

Emergency medical care

Ambulance operation

Patient handling

Radio communications

Driving ambulance

Education

High school diploma or GED

EMT-Basic certification

NC Driver's License

Tools

EMS equipment

Emergency procedures

Job description

Applicants participate in ongoing training and must lift heavy loads while maintaining safety and professional conduct in all interactions with patients and the public.