EMT

PRIORITY ONDEMAND•Smyrna, TN

4d•Onsite

About The Position

First Call Ambulance is seeking EMTs to support its mission of providing exceptional patient care and friendly customer service. The employee performs EMT duties, including lifesaving procedures and care, and may drive defensively while delivering EMS through responses and patient transports. The EMT works within the scope of practice established by the Medical Director and the state EMS agency, follows company policies and protocols, and contributes to safe, professional, and compliant ambulance operations. The position reports directly to Field/Shift Supervisors, the General Manager, and/or the Regional ALS Manager/Coordinator. Duties include patient care and transport, documentation, vehicle and equipment checks, training and quality assurance participation, and cooperation with colleagues, patients, families, and other healthcare personnel. The listed responsibilities are partial and may not represent every duty required.

Requirements

Hold and maintain a valid EMS license in the state of employment, with no disciplinary action documented.
Have an active driver's license in the state of residence.
Maintain current CPR certification.
Maintain current EVOC certification.
Within one year of hire, complete a pediatric certification course: PEARS, PEPP, or EPC.
Within one year of hire, complete a trauma certification: PHTLS or ITLS.

Responsibilities

Perform EMT duties within the scope of practice established by the Medical Director and state EMS agency.
Perform lifesaving procedures and patient care during EMS responses and transports.
Drive emergency or non-emergency vehicles using defensive driving techniques when trained and licensed to do so.
Follow company policies, procedures, and protocols.
Maintain a professional appearance, conduct, and attitude while providing care.
Work cooperatively with employees, healthcare personnel, patients, and family members.
Complete required paperwork and documentation accurately and completely.
Refrain from smoking in company vehicles and buildings, and in others’ vehicles or buildings while representing the company.
Promptly report accidents, problems, incidents, failed equipment or vehicles, and workers’ compensation injuries to the company.
Complete required training and education to keep certifications and job requirements current, including assigned CareerCert or TraumaSoft in-services.
Attend in-services, run report reviews, and other quality assurance activities.
Participate in public relations activities related to the company or EMS.
Complete vehicle and equipment inventories as requested.
Perform special tasks related to company operations or improvements.
Help ensure the company meets or exceeds local, state, and federal requirements.
Provide written reports to supervisors or management as necessary or required.
Promote company marketing strategies in personal and professional activities.
Work with employees, supervisors, managers, and other departments to advance company strategies.
Attend required and mandatory training sessions, seminars, and workshops.
Uphold First Call Ambulance’s core values and mission in the community.
Perform other functions as necessary or required by management.