Job Description & Responsibilities:
The Dougherty County EMS Department is hiring on a continuous basis for a full-time Emergency Medical Technician - Advanced. The purpose of this position is to provide emergency medical treatment to sick or injured persons at the Advanced EMT level. This class works under close to general supervision according to set procedures but determines how or when to complete tasks. Essential Tasks • Responds to calls for emergency assistance; operates emergency vehicles; accesses situations and performs emergency rescue as required. • Provides emergency medical care to patients and transports for further medical treatment if required. • Maintains ambulance and equipment in good operating condition; restocks ambulance supplies, maintains cleanliness of ambulance after each patient transport. • Assesses health status of patients in the field based upon interpretation of advanced tests; decides whether to transport patient to an appropriate medical facility for further tests and treatment. • Executes physician’s orders as required. • Completes forms and reports as specified by director and/or supervisor. • Restocks ambulance supplies after each call. • Participates in public relations and community education programs pertaining to emergency medical services and general safety. • Drives ambulance to the scene and to the hospital in a safe manner. • Performs related work as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualification Minimum Education and Experience Requirements: • High School Diploma or GED equivalent. • Must be at least 21 years old.
Salary:
$19.94 Hourly
Contact:
Employer: Dougherty County
Location: Albany, GA
Link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/dougherty/jobs/4819423/emergency-medical-technician-advanced?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs