Ground EMT

Air Methods•Orlando, FL

8d•$17 - $24

About The Position

Join our team in Orlando, FL, as an EMT, where you'll provide critical Basic and Advanced Life Support (BLS/ALS) to patients in emergency and non-emergency situations. This role involves responding to calls, performing patient assessments, delivering high-quality medical care, and safely transporting patients to medical facilities. You'll work collaboratively with healthcare professionals, operate and maintain emergency vehicles and equipment, and document patient care with precision. If you're passionate about making a difference and thrive in a fast-paced environment, apply today to be part of a team dedicated to saving lives and setting the standard for exceptional patient care.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
One to three years of related experience and/or training preferred.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
Valid state driver’s license.
Current EMT-B certification in good standing.
Ability to apply sound judgment in interpreting and following medical guidelines.
Proficiency in executing procedures in line with established policies and medical directives.
Physical capability to operate emergency vehicles, handle medical equipment and extricate individuals from various scenarios.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of one (1) year of pre-hospital care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides Basic and Advanced Life Support (BLS/ALS), including medical evaluation, treatment, and stabilization of critically ill or injured patients.
Responds to both emergency and non-emergency situations involving potential loss of life or serious injury.
Assumes leadership in patient care management at pre-hospital or in-hospital emergency scenes and provides training and guidance to less experienced personnel.
Administer prompt and efficient Advanced Life Support to critically ill or injured individuals, utilizing a full range of basic and advanced techniques.
Assess and identify medical emergencies, formulating accurate and reasonable differential diagnoses.
Perform thorough and critical physical examinations.
Anticipate and address potentially life-threatening conditions, implementing emergency interventions as necessary to preserve life.
Address both medical and emotional needs of patients to minimize mortality and morbidity.
Deliver high-quality patient care in alignment with Air Methods standards.
Complete detailed reports documenting patient information and care, including the nature of the emergency, past medical history, treatment provided, diagnosis, disposition, and billing-relevant data.
Maintain effective communication with physicians to relay patient status and obtain treatment orders. Follow standard written protocols when a physician is unavailable.
Transport patients to medical facilities, working collaboratively with Advanced Life Support providers during transit.
Operate emergency vehicles responsibly and safely under all conditions.
Clean, maintain, and ensure the readiness of equipment and vehicles.
Accurately complete administrative forms and statistics related to patient care.
Comply with standard operating policies and procedures as interpreted by Air Methods leadership.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
Regular attendance in accordance with company policies is required.