EMT - Ground Transport- Augusta

2350 AU Health AirCare, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellstar Health System in Georgia is seeking an EMT Ground Transport Driver to support critical care teams by transporting patients between facilities. The role emphasizes safety, timeliness, and compassionate care during transport.

You will perform vehicle checks, operate ambulances, assist with patient loading, and maintain equipment and cleanliness while communicating clearly with staff and families. A valid EMT credential and Georgia driver’s license are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma / GED required.
• EMT certifications: EMT-BASIC, EMT-INTERMEDIATE, EMT-ADVANCED; BLS and ARC-BLS where applicable; NREMT.
• Georgia Driver's License and related credentials.

Responsibilities

• Check EMS unit and equipment readiness before duty.
• Operate ambulances and transport patients safely and promptly.
• Respond to calls within required timeframes and assist loading/unloading patients.
• Maintain ambulance cleanliness and restock supplies as needed.
• Communicate with medical staff, patients, and families professionally.

Skills

Effective communication

Team-player / self-starter

Vital signs proficiency

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

Cerner system

Job description

How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.

Work Shift Various (United States of America)

About the Facility

Learn more about Wellstar MCG Health Medical Center, including our teams, culture, and campus environment:

Wellstar MCG Health Medical Center | Wellstar Health System

The EMT Ground Transport Driver is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of emergency and non-emergency medical transport vehicles. This position supports critical care teams by ensuring timely and secure transportation of patients and crews requiring advanced medical care between healthcare facilities. The driver must adhere to all traffic laws, company policies, and safety regulations while demonstrating professionalism and compassion toward patients and their families. Responsibilities involve preparation for response, response, delivery of care, transportation, documentation, and post response duties. Also may participate in life safety programs, community awareness programs, and other programs as assigned. Performs other duties as assigned.

Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions

• Visually and manually checks assigned EMS unit and equipment for functional readiness upon reporting for duty.
• Operate ambulances and other transport vehicles in emergency and non-emergency situations, ensuring safe and prompt patient transport.
• Responds to dispatched calls within ten (10) minute of notification between the hours of 0800 and 2300; then no more than Fifteen (15) minutes between the hours of 2300 and 0800.
• Assist in loading and unloading patients, providing necessary support to medical staff as required.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the ambulance, ensuring all necessary supplies and equipment are stocked.
• Cooperates with ancillary departments and agencies to assure continuity of care and completion on any investigation of illness and/or accident.
• Uses appropriate levels terminology/language when communicating with patients, families, physicians and co-workers.
• Replenishes expended supplies/equipment and sanitizes ambulance after each use.
• Assists with daily station duties and other special details as defined by the Standard Operating Procedure.
• Operates emergency vehicles in a safe manner in accordance with applicable local, state and federal laws.
• Participate in training sessions, including emergency vehicle operation, patient handling, and safety protocols.
• Assist medical personnel as needed, following established protocols within scope of training and certification.
• Follows the hospital exposure control plans/bloodborne and airborne pathogens Demonstrates knowledge of techniques, procedures, and correct use of protective barrier equipment.
• Ensures a safe environment by instituting appropriate control measures.
• Attends/completes annual education programs.
• Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment Interacts with all of the above in a considerate, helpful, and courteous manner as observed by nurse manager and peers.
• Fosters mature professional relationships with fellow employees in a courteous, friendly manner as measured by management observation and peer input.
• Maintains professional composure and confidence during stressful situations.
• Maintains open communication using appropriate chain of command regarding issues.
• Conducts all work activities with respect for rights and wishes of patients, visitors, families, and fellow employees.
• Maintains confidentiality of all hospital and patient information at all times as observed by peers and management.
• Presents neat appearance in proper attire and identification as required by the position, department, and the hospitals policy.
• Continuously displays a positive attitude within the department and across departmental lines to contribute to the overall customer service program in place at the hospital.
• Promotes effective working relations and works effectively as part of a department/unit team inter- and intradepartmentally to facilitate the departments/units ability to meet its goals and objectives.
• Utilizes shared management model to facilitate decision-making regarding practice, educational, and quality improvement.
• Participates in a minimum of one staff meeting per quarter.
• Supports the hospital's mission, policies, and procedures.
• Demonstrates competence in using the Cerner computer system.
• Completes work assignments on time/readily accepts assignments.
• Reports to work on time and is at work as scheduled and confirmed by Kronos system.
• Assumes all other duties and responsibilities as necessary.
• Identifies and/or assumes activities relative to the developmental needs of the unit and the nursing department.
• Demonstrates dependability/flexibility in meeting scheduling needs of the unit and hospital.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.

Required Minimum Education

High School Diploma / GED

General Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s)

• BLS - Basic Life Support
• ARC-BLS - Amer Red Cross Basic Life Support
• BLS-I - Basic Life Support - Instructor
• EMT-BASIC - EMT-BASIC
• EMT-INT - EMT-Intermediate
• EMT-ADV - EMT-Advanced
• NREMT - NREMT
• PARA - Paramedic
• GADL - Georgia Driver's License

Required Minimum Experience

Minimum 1 year experience as an EMT

Required Minimum Skills

• Effective communication skills (verbal and written) required.
• Demonstrate willingness to be a team-player and a self-starter required.
• Proficiency obtaining vital signs using manual processes required.

Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work—and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more.

Nationally ranked and locally recognized for our high-quality care and inclusive culture, Wellstar is one of Georgia’s largest and most integrated healthcare systems. Every day, 24,000+ of us work together to provide personalized care for patients at every age and stage of life – and our team members are the foundation of that care.

Mission, Vision & Values

OUR MISSION: To enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve.

OUR VISION: Deliver world-class healthcare to every person, every time.

OUR VALUES: We serve with compassion We pursue excellence We honor every voice

Culture of Excellence Wellstar consistently receives attention and accolades from national organizations that set the standards for world-class care. Our system-wide practice of safety principles, assessing and addressing errors and seeking feedback from our patients and customers continually earns recognition for advances in safety and quality.