EMT, Basic/12

Houston Medical Center•Warner Robins, GA

29d

About The Position

Primarily responsible for providing professional emergency treatment in the pre-hospital setting. Primarily treats and transports the sick or injured. Responsible for carrying out the mission, vision and quality commitment of Houston Healthcare.

Requirements

High School graduate or GED equivalent
Completion of a vocational training program as an Emergency Medical Technician, formally known as EMT- Basic
Current Georgia EMT (formally EMT-Basic) certification
Valid Georgia driver's license
Current AHA/ARC BLS certification
CPT training and PEARS within 9 months of hire
FAST-ED stroke scale or obtained within three (3) months of hire
Have the physical ability to perform the job as determined by a physical agility performance evaluation
Have the ability to communicate both orally and in writing in English and to understand and follow oral and written instructions
Have the ability to establish and maintain working relationships with employees, volunteers and management
Be able to effectively perform prolonged work under adverse emergency conditions involving physical and mental stress
Be able to think clearly and use independent judgment in routine and non-routine situations, which may occur
Be able to utilize diagnostic equipment as well as patient care equipment
Be able to utilize personal protective equipment such as gloves, gown, mask, etc