Field EMS EMT-Basic: Life-Saving Care & Transport

Jobtome; Kountze (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Acadian Ambulance is seeking an EMT-Basic to provide pre-hospital basic life support care and transport of sick or injured patients in accordance with local, state and national standards. You will perform patient assessment, administer basic life support, document care, maintain equipment, and follow safety and driving guidelines while coordinating with receiving facilities.

Strong attention to detail, ability to work under pressure, and valid EMT-B and CPR certifications are required; driving

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• National and/or State EMT-Basic certification.
• Current CPR certification.
• Current and valid state driver’s license.
• Read, write and communicate professionally with employees and managers.
• Knowledge of company protocols, operational procedures and safety policies.
• Ability to drive large vehicles in normal and adverse conditions.

Responsibilities

• Examine patient for signs/symptoms and assist medical personnel.
• Administer basic life support before and during transport.
• Handle patient safely to and from the ambulance.
• Transport patient to medical facility safely.
• Document patient condition and treatment on EMS run reports.
• Regular unit inventory and equipment testing.
• Maintain ambulance and equipment in service after transports.
• Operate ambulance following driving guidelines and FCC regulations.
• Precept EMT-Basics or students when assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Sense of urgency

Education

EMT-Basic certification

CPR certification

High School Diploma or GED

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Acadian Ambulance is seeking an EMT-Basic to provide pre-hospital basic life support care and transport of sick or injured patients in accordance with local, state and national standards. You will perform patient assessment, administer basic life support, document care, maintain equipment, and follow safety and driving guidelines while coordinating with receiving facilities.

Strong attention to detail, ability to work under pressure, and valid EMT-B and CPR certifications are required; driving