EMT Stand By

County of Door•Sturgeon Bay, WI

23h•Onsite

About The Position

This position provides critical pre-hospital care to individuals experiencing medical emergencies or injuries. Operates as part of the County's emergency medical services team, responding to calls for aid, administering treatment, and ensuring safe transport to healthcare facilities. This field-based role requires clinical precision, emotional resilience, and consistent readiness to act in high-stakes environments. This is a casual call position.

Requirements

Valid Wisconsin Emergency Medical Technician license.
Completion of National Incident Management System (NIMS) Incident Command System (ICS) 100, 200, 700, and 800 within six (6) months of hire.
Valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

At least one (1) year of progressive experience in a pre-hospital emergency care environment as an EMT.

Responsibilities

Administers emergency medical care in accordance with the EMT Scope of Practice and department protocols.
Responds to emergency calls, evaluates patient condition, and provides life-sustaining treatment on-site and during transport.
Safely operates emergency vehicles and ensures that all related medical and communications equipment is functional and ready for use.
Maintains clean and stocked ambulances, performing routine checks and coordinating minor maintenance or supply restocking needs.
Accurately completes required documentation, including patient care reports, charge forms, Medicare paperwork, and release documentation.
Participates in public education and outreach programs for schools, civic organizations, and community groups.
Communicates promptly with supervisors regarding unusual incidents, equipment failures, or discrepancies.
Collaborates with fellow EMTs, medics, and supervisory staff to maintain seamless emergency response coverage through on-call or station-based shifts.
Performs general maintenance and support duties at the direction of the Director or Captains.
Maintains required certifications and demonstrates ongoing competency through continuing education and skills refreshers.