EMT

Prime Healthcare • Riverdale, GA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), also referred to as an Emergency Response Technician or First Responder, works in the emergency room at Southern Regional Medical Center in Riverdale, Georgia. The EMT provides immediate medical care and support, conducts initial patient assessments, performs basic life support procedures such as CPR, and monitors vital signs to help stabilize patients upon arrival. The role also includes wound care and assisting with patient transportation within the hospital, while coordinating with emergency room staff to support patient care.

This is a full-time position with a 12-hour shift listed as 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.; shifts are described as varied days and the shift as variable. The role requires basic EMT training or emergency room experience, current BLS certification, and state EMT certification or licensure. Facility-specific requirements include obtaining and maintaining current ACLS and PALS certifications within 30 days of hire.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, or related experience, required for new hires effective April 2014.
• Basic EMT training or emergency room experience required.
• Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintained thereafter.
• Certified or licensed EMT by the state certifying agency or entity required.
• Current ACLS certificate within 30 days of hire and maintained thereafter, if required by the facility.
• Current PALS certificate within 30 days of hire and maintained thereafter, if required by the facility.

Nice To Haves

• Field Medic or Flight Medic military experience, or licensed First Responder experience, is encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Deliver immediate patient care using EMT training, including basic life support, patient stabilization, and response to medical emergencies.
• Assess patients by evaluating vital signs, symptoms, and medical history, and communicate findings to the healthcare team.
• Collaborate with nurses, physicians, and allied health professionals to support coordinated patient treatment.
• Assist in triaging arriving patients by assessing condition severity and supporting care-prioritization decisions under clinical protocols.
• Document patient interactions, treatments, and outcomes in electronic medical records.
• Inspect and manage emergency medical equipment and supplies to maintain functionality, cleanliness, and availability.
• Provide wound care, monitor vital signs, and assist with patient transportation within the hospital.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED