Emergency Medical Technician

DeKalb County•Decatur, GA

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About The Position

The Emergency Medical Technician responds to emergency and non-emergency medical calls, disasters, multi-casualty situations, fires, and other emergencies. The role treats illnesses and injuries of adult and pediatric patients, often under stressful and hazardous conditions, while operating under a system of standing orders. The listed hiring rates are $57,750 for Basic and $60,638 for Advanced.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Valid Georgia Driver’s License, maintained while employed.
Current State of Georgia EMT Basic or Advanced certification, maintained while employed.
Current BLS/CPR certificate.
Current Infection Control certificate.
May be required to obtain and maintain additional certifications as determined by the Fire Rescue career path.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience as an EMT is preferred.

Responsibilities

Operate an emergency vehicle safely and efficiently to and from scenes and transport sick or injured patients to appropriate facilities.
Evaluate incident scenes and identify dangerous conditions and hazards to protect the crew and patients.
Assist with patient assessment and examination, triage patients, initiate appropriate medical care, and determine whether additional resources are needed.
Administer approved drugs within EMT scope of practice and patient care protocols.
Assess treatment effects and communicate patients’ conditions and medical information to emergency medical dispatch, hospitals, and physicians by radio or telephone.
Provide emergency and non-emergency transport for sick or injured people as necessary.
Assist fire rescue personnel with rescue operations.
Prepare and complete forms, logs, records, reports, and other required documentation; maintain administrative records and files.
Maintain ambulance inventory and supplies, including drug and IV boxes; secure drug boxes, inventory, and records; and transport biohazardous waste to emergency rooms for disposal.
Conduct daily checks and scheduled inspections of communications equipment, medical equipment, and vehicles.
Maintain required certifications by attending recertification and required training.