What are the responsibilities and job description for the Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) position at Charleston County Government?
The motto of Charleston County EMS is “We Care”. We are an EMS system that relies on Innovation, Trust, Compassion, Respect and Dedication to provide empathetic and compassionate customer service and excellent medical care to our community of citizens and visitors. If you have the commitment to help others and want to have a career that makes a difference, now is your opportunity to join one of the finest EMS departments in the nation. Charleston County EMS offers a variety of work schedules that are both static and dynamic. In our normal schedules, forced overtime is not used; although in times of disasters or high public demand, schedules and obligations may change.
Charleston County offers a full complement of benefits including:
HIRING HOURLY RANGE BASED ON CERTIFICATION LEVEL
EMT Basic: $19.52 per hour
Advanced EMT: $20.10 per hour
OPEN UNTIL FILLED – APPLICATION REVIEW BEGINS IMMEDIATELY
Please see below for 2025 start dates that coincide with our EMT new hire orientation classes:
Applications should be filled out completely with copies of all required certifications and documents uploaded/attached to the application. Any questions regarding the application or hiring process can be directed to 843-202-6700.Candidates must be able to: drive an emergency vehicle; have excellent communications skills (in person, over the radio/telephone, and written); work varying shift schedules including day shift, night shift, hybrid shifts including weekends and holidays; perform a wide variety of duties with accuracy and speed under pressure; provide patient care to the respective certification level; follow safety protocols and perform in a safe manner; able to understand navigation equipment and tools, including maps, and be able find locations within our response area; perform calmly in emergency situations; and other related duties as assigned. Required certifications and licensure: (please attach to your application)
EMT’s are responsible for providing patient care to the level of their certification. All employees are responsible for communicating appropriately, ensuring the readiness of vehicles and equipment, maintaining uniforms and stations, attending training, and following safety and medical guidelines.
Charleston County offers a full complement of benefits including:
- 3% longevity increases after years 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5, with merit Increases (rate set by County Council) annually thereafter based on performance evaluations
- Medical and dental benefits available for employee and family
- Retirement
- Deferred compensation available (including 401k and 457 plans)
- Optional life and disability coverage available
HIRING HOURLY RANGE BASED ON CERTIFICATION LEVEL
EMT Basic: $19.52 per hour
Advanced EMT: $20.10 per hour
OPEN UNTIL FILLED – APPLICATION REVIEW BEGINS IMMEDIATELY
Please see below for 2025 start dates that coincide with our EMT new hire orientation classes:
- May 2, 2025
- July 11, 2025
- September 19, 2025
- October 31, 2025
Applications should be filled out completely with copies of all required certifications and documents uploaded/attached to the application. Any questions regarding the application or hiring process can be directed to 843-202-6700.Candidates must be able to: drive an emergency vehicle; have excellent communications skills (in person, over the radio/telephone, and written); work varying shift schedules including day shift, night shift, hybrid shifts including weekends and holidays; perform a wide variety of duties with accuracy and speed under pressure; provide patient care to the respective certification level; follow safety protocols and perform in a safe manner; able to understand navigation equipment and tools, including maps, and be able find locations within our response area; perform calmly in emergency situations; and other related duties as assigned. Required certifications and licensure: (please attach to your application)
- National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) EMT or Advanced EMT Certification
- Ability to possess and maintain a South Carolina Emergency Medical Technician Basic or Advanced EMT Certification
- BLS (AHA or ASHI)
- High School Diploma or GED (College degree or transcript may be used)
- ICS course certifications 100, 200, 700 and 800 (Required within 3 months of hire)
- Must possess a valid South Carolina driver’s license with clean driving prior to start date
EMT’s are responsible for providing patient care to the level of their certification. All employees are responsible for communicating appropriately, ensuring the readiness of vehicles and equipment, maintaining uniforms and stations, attending training, and following safety and medical guidelines.
Salary : $20 - $20
