Part Time Emergency Medical Responder

CARIN Alliance; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

CARIN Alliance in Lakeland, FL provides emergency and non-emergency patient transportation in collaboration with fire, rescue, medical staff, patients, and families. It ensures proper vehicle maintenance and accurate documentation and adherence to protocols.

Care providers attend to patients, prepare them for transport, and respond promptly to calls, working under stress and in diverse environments while maintaining safety and effective communication with receiving facilities and dispatchers.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years old and legally eligible to work in the U.S.
• Valid Florida driver's license or ability to obtain one.
• Current BLS and First Aid certifications.
• First Responder, EMR, or EMT student who has completed coursework.

Responsibilities

• Attend work regularly and punctually
• Deliver quality patient care following protocols
• Assist in preparing patients for transport
• Operate ambulance per policies, respond promptly to calls, monitor vehicle condition
• Respond quickly and make sound decisions under stress
• Communicate effectively with receiving facilities and dispatch
• Lift and move patients safely
• Perform additional duties as needed

Skills

Interpersonal skills

English proficiency

Legal adult (18+)

Valid Florida driver's license

BLS certification

First Aid certification

First Responder/EMR/EMT student

Job description

Summary

Provides emergency and non-emergency patient transportation, collaborating with fire, rescue, medical staff, patients, and families. Ensures proper vehicle maintenance and accurately completes documentation.

Responsibilities

• Attend work regularly and punctually
• Deliver quality patient care following protocols
• Assist in preparing patients for transport
• Operate ambulance per policies, respond promptly to calls, monitor vehicle condition
• Respond quickly and make sound decisions under stress
• Communicate effectively with receiving facilities and dispatch
• Lift and move patients safely
• Perform additional duties as needed

Qualifications & Skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Proficient in English (speaking, writing, comprehension)
• At least 18 years old
• Valid Florida driver license or ability to obtain one
• Current BLS and First Aid certifications
• First Responder, EMR, or EMT student with completed coursework

Physical & Environmental Requirements

• Work in diverse environments, including hazardous conditions
• Handle patients in various circumstances, often under unpredictable situations
• Perform multi-tasking in high-pressure settings
• Lift and carry patients over 250 lbs with assistance, perform manual tasks, and withstand environmental exposures
• Work outdoors and indoors, with exposure to noise, fumes, odors, and blood/body fluids, using PPE as needed