EMT Basic

Position Summary

The EMT responds to emergency and non-emergency calls and delivers high quality patient care and customer service within the prescribed scope of practice, established protocols and company policies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintains thorough familiarity with treatment protocols, response requirements and quality assurance procedures in system in which assigned.
• Maintains awareness of any and all changes in the system components and company policy.
• Maintains the level and type of certification(s) consistent with performing tasks in the system to which assigned.
• Complies with all state and company requirements for operation of motor vehicle.
• Operates a company vehicle in accordance with company policy and safe practices.
• Develops ability to quickly and safely locate addresses through knowledge of number systems and street layouts.
• Ensures that unit remains in a state of readiness in terms of mechanical reliability, medical supply and equipment, cleanliness and appearance standards.
• Reports immediately to the Lead Paramedic any discrepancies in vehicle or equipment standards that could compromise the unit’s ability to complete a call.
• Completes all appropriate EMT documentation as outlined in company policy.
• Reports all problems and unusual occurrences immediately to the Lead Paramedic or Supervisor.
• Maintains a professional appearance by adhering to hygiene and uniforms standards.
• Attends all mandatory in-services.

Education/Certifications/Licensures

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• CA Drivers’ License
• Ambulance Driver’s License (from DMV)
• Medical Examiner’s Card or DL51 (from DMV)
• State of California EMT License
• CPR Card (American Heart Association ONLY, Health Care Provider)
• Driving record in compliance with AMR Safety and Driving policy (proof required if conditional employment is made)
• ICS courses: IS-100B, IS-200B, IS-700A, IS-800B (from FEMA)

Company Benefits

Check out our careers site benefits page to learn more about our comprehensive benefit options, which include medical, vision, dental, 401k, disability, FSA, HSA, EAP, vacation and paid time off.

Pay

$19.73- $37.26 DOE (This rate applies to 12-hour shifts and average 42 per week)