What are the responsibilities and job description for the Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) position at Northwest Rescue?
Full Job Description
EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN
Job Qualifications
- Valid Illinois EMT-B Certification.
- Valid U.S. Driver’s License required
- Current AHA Basic Life Support certification.
Job Functions
Under the direction of the area leadership, the purpose of this position is performing as an EMT-B in a field setting. Employees in this classification perform skilled, technical level work. Position is responsible for providing emergency medical services. The position provides medical services, including response, assessment, treatment as authorized by SMOs, and transport. The employee must follow all policies as outlined in the Standard Operating Procedures. Performs related duties as assigned.
Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Requires the ability to use computer software for operational and clinical tasks.
- Requires the ability to process information and complete tasks in a timely manner.
- Physical Ability: tasks involve the ability to exert very heavy physical effort in very heavy work, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of heavy objects and materials.
Scheduling: 12-hour rotating schedule / 24-hour rotating schedule depending on rotation.
Environmental Factors: tasks may risk exposure to extreme heat/cold or extreme weather conditions, strong odors and/or smoke, strong and/or toxic chemicals, and dust or pollen.
The process consists of a leadership interview. Candidates given a conditional offer of employment. Certification-appropriate system entrance skills/written testing will be required for out of system applicants.
Job Type: Full-time, Part-time
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $59,488.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
License/Certification:
- EMT License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $59,488 - $-1
