What are the responsibilities and job description for the AEMT - Advanced Emergency Medical Technician position at Anderson County EMS?
Serving a population of over 78,000 citizens, with a landmass of 345 square miles and containing vital national assets such as Oak Ridge National Laboratory, the Tennessee Valley Authority, and associated federal, state, and local government installations. Providing both 911 and convalescent services in a separate system design. We are a station-based service, using posting move-ups in low unit availability situations. We respond to a combined 19,500 calls a year, operating six 24-hour ALS units, one 12-hour ALS unit, and five BLS / convalescent units.
Benefits :
- Current medical benefits are Blue Cross Blue Shield
The family plan ranges from $248-$486 per month
Pay :
Schedule :
Anderson County EMS offers both 9-hour shift, 12-hour, 14-hour, and 24 / 72 shift rotations. An assignment is based on availability, need, and seniority.
Additional Opportunities :
Anderson County EMS has additional opportunities offered to staff. We participate in the regional strike team and have deployed units to Florida, South Carolina, and North Carolina for disaster relief. PR events for football games and other standby events occur throughout the year. Staff is offered opportunities to work on TV show sets, participating as actors and extras, and providing medical support behind the scenes on TV sets.
Progression to an ALS 24 / 72 schedule is based on licensure level and seniority, ALS units are preferably staffed with an AEMT and paramedic. AEMTs can attend 911 patients to the emergency room and have an updated scope of practice.
Salary : $19