EMS Academy Student-Huntsville EMS-FT- Will Not Start Until Aug 3, 2026.

Huntsville Hospital Health System•Huntsville, AL

9h•Onsite

About The Position

This program provides the entry-level training that will prepare individuals for work as emergency medical technicians (EMTs) at HEMSI. Individuals that successfully complete this program will be eligible to sit for the National Registry of EMTs (NREMT) examination at the emergency medical technician (EMT) level and will have an understanding of HEMSI-specific clinical policies and procedures. National Registry certification is required for State of Alabama EMT licensure. EMT course completion is also required to continue to Advanced EMT or paramedic-level education. Upon completion of the EMS Academy and licensing requirement, employee may be able to transition to full time employment as an EMT. This position administers life support care to sick and injured persons in pre-hospital setting, in accordance with statewide Treatment Protocols and HEMSI Medical Control Physicians, as authorized and directed by physician and/or paramedic.

Requirements

Student must obtain National Registry certification on the first attempt, after completion of the academy. (Pending testing availability, no more than 14 days post academy completion)
Students that successfully complete the EMS Academy and are transitioned to full-time employment as EMTs must agree to work full-time in field operations for a period of not less than two years.
High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
Must have a Valid and current driver’s license
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
Ability to legibly write routine reports and correspondence.
Must pass a physical abilities test
Must maintain insurable driving status

Responsibilities

Successfully complete EMT course academic and clinical education requirements
Give full attention to lecturers and preceptors in all phases of training
Observe all safety and security procedures during vehicle and incident operations
Report to class on time and maintain acceptable attendance
Take direction from preceptors at clinical education sites
Provide excellent customer service to patients and family members
Communicate with hospital or other agency personnel to relay information about patients
Follow program uniform and appearance standards
Maintain up-to-date credentials as required by program administration
Adhere to company policies, procedures, and professional standards
Maintain a professional demeanor in accordance with the expectations of a public safety employee
Must pass a physical abilities test
Must maintain insurable driving status
Assesses nature and extent of illness or injury to establish and prioritize medical procedures to be followed or need for additional assistance
Works efficiently to restore and stabilize cardiac, pulselessness, non-breathing patients
Administers initial treatment at emergency scene and takes and records patient's vital signs
Remains in good driving status and maintains insurable driving status
Communicates with hospital/TCC personnel by HEMSI approved communication methods
Maintains up to date credentials regarding licensing and protocol changes
Appropriately documents patient care in all HEMSI approved reporting methods
Observes all safety and security procedures for their vehicle and station
Maintains unit in constant state of readiness through supplies and equipment restocking
Efficiently cleans and performs minor maintenance to emergency vehicle
Maintains a clean and orderly vehicle and station
Assists in direction and coordination of additional personnel on scene, including volunteer responders
Faithfully reports to work and maintains acceptable attendance
Provides excellent customer service to patients and family members
Meets the HEMSI standard on response times
Demonstrates proper attendance and punctuality requirement
Time management and prioritizing – uses time efficiently with existing resources
Dependability/Reliability - completes tasks on time and accepts responsibility for the best of the organization
Maintains standards for safety and security procedures
Upholds and implements HEMSI policy and procedures of employment
Pursues training and development opportunities; strives to build knowledge and skills in order to share with the organization
Strong oral communication skills - to comfort and explain procedures to the patient and family members, give orders, and relay information to others
Exhibits effective written communication in patient documentation
Demonstrates teamwork with co-workers and supports organizational success
Displays confidence in self and others
Exhibits strong interpersonal skill and compassion to offer emotional support in patient care
Maintains highest standards of professionalism
Maintains HIPAA guidelines and HEMSI privacy policies concerning confidentiality in dealing with patients, patient family members, and others within the community
Problem solving – discovers, analyzes, and solves problems to overcome obstacles
Initiative – identifies opportunities and issues, and proactively acts to follow through on work activities to capitalize or resolve them
Innovative – generates unique ideas for improving work
Listening – accurately receives information and reciprocates effectively to party received from
Navigation skills – ability to reach desired destinations and minimize incidents of getting lost in routes
Exhibits adaptability – can change in demanding work environment when unexpected events happen for the best environmental fit
Decision making skills – can make accurate judgments and can weigh significant risks in making critical decisions
Demonstrates attention to detail in patient care reporting
Assesses patient’s condition and assists Paramedic in determining a course of treatment