EMT Intern Academy Winter Cohort

Capital Health (US)

About The Position

The EMT Intern Academy is a 12-week full-time training program preparing participants to deliver emergency medical care. Interns learn departmental policies and procedures, interpret technical materials and maps, navigate streets, operate EMT equipment such as voice radios, identify hazardous materials, and follow safety procedures. They participate in practical sessions, learn to assess emergencies and determine appropriate actions, and develop the skills needed to perform required tasks proficiently. Participants must maintain an academic average of at least 70% throughout the course to qualify for the registry exam; a nonpassing midterm testing percentage results in disqualification. All assignments must be completed, class guidelines followed, and 100% attendance maintained for classes and clinical assignments. Up to 16 hours of class time may be made up for emergencies only. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week, for 12 weeks. Interns are expected to work effectively as part of a team, maintain a professional appearance and attitude, use downtime to support department needs or personal education, and perform additional duties as assigned in support of the department’s mission.

Requirements

High school graduate or GED.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Valid driver’s license.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to read manuals, maps, and instructions.
Strong communication skills, including the ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
Proficient time-management skills.
Ability to remain calm and think critically during emergencies and high-stress situations.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Commitment to 12 weeks of full-time training, Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week.
100% attendance at classes and clinical assignments, subject to the stated emergency make-up allowance.
Maintain at least a 70% academic average and complete all required assignments.

Nice To Haves

Current AHA CPR and First Aid certification.

Responsibilities

Learn and follow departmental policies, rules, and instructions for emergency medical care delivery.
Read, understand, and retain technical materials, rules, regulations, and procedures.
Learn to interpret geographical information systems and street maps and navigate streets.
Learn to operate EMT equipment, including maintaining voice radio equipment.
Learn to identify hazardous materials and follow applicable safety procedures.
Participate effectively in practical sessions and learn to analyze emergencies and determine practical courses of action.
Maintain an academic average of at least 70% throughout the course to qualify for the registry exam.
Complete all required classwork, homework, and other assignments, and adhere to class guidelines and policies.
Work effectively with others as part of a cohesive team and maintain a professional appearance and attitude.
Proficiently perform all required skills.
Use downtime to address department needs or personal education.
Maintain required attendance at all classes and clinical assignments; make-up time is permitted only for emergencies, up to 16 hours of class time.
Perform additional duties as assigned and support the mission of the department.