EMT II - Full Time - Nights

Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation•Statesboro, GA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Emergency Medical Technician II (EMT II) is responsible for providing advanced pre-hospital care and emergency medical services to patients in both emergency and non-emergency situations. This role includes assessing patient conditions, performing life-saving interventions, and ensuring safe transport to medical facilities. The EMT II operates under medical protocols and guidelines, working closely with paramedics, nurses, and physicians to deliver high-quality care in the field and at the facility.

Requirements

Technical School completion of a state-approved Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) training program required
1-2 years of experience in an EMT role required
Drivers License - MDOT Medical Physical in state of employment required
EMT - Emergency Medical Tech Certification from the applicable state EMS authority required
BCLS - Basic Life Support required

Nice To Haves

Technical School EMT Advanced course preferred
Experience working in a hospital-based emergency department, ambulance service, or critical care transport unit preferred
ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred
PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support obtained within 12 months of hired preferred

Responsibilities

Responds to emergency calls and provides advanced life support (ALS) and basic life support (BLS) to patients in need of urgent medical care.
Assesses the condition of patients at the scene of an emergency, determining the nature of their injuries or illness and providing necessary medical interventions.
Administers first aid treatments, such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), bandaging wounds, controlling bleeding, immobilizing fractures, and assisting with breathing.
Operates emergency vehicles safely and efficiently, adhering to traffic laws and medical protocols for safe patient transport.
Communicates effectively with dispatchers, medical personnel, and patients, providing updates on patient condition and en route status.
Monitors and maintains medical equipment, ensuring all tools and supplies are in proper working order.
Maintains accurate documentation of patient care provided during transport, including vital signs, treatments administered, and response to interventions.
Collaborates with paramedics, nurses, and physicians to provide continuity of care upon patient transfer to a medical facility.
Adheres to established medical protocols, departmental policies, and legal regulations related to emergency medical services.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
Complies with all policies and standards.