What are the responsibilities and job description for the Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-Basic) position at ResQ Ambulance Service?
Job Summary
The EMT-Basic plays a crucial role in providing emergency medical care and transportation to patients in need. This position requires a dedicated individual who is capable of performing under pressure and delivering high-quality patient care in various environments, including pre-hospital and emergency settings. The EMT-Basic will work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals to assess patient conditions, administer basic life support, and ensure safe transport to medical facilities.
Duties
- Perform patient assessments to determine the nature and extent of injuries or illnesses.
- Administer basic life support techniques, including CPR and airway management.
- Provide critical care during transport, ensuring the safety and comfort of patients.
- Assist in medication administration as per protocols and guidelines.
- Conduct triage assessments in emergency situations to prioritize patient care.
- Lift and move patients safely, utilizing proper techniques to prevent injury.
- Maintain equipment and supplies on the ambulance or emergency response vehicle.
- Document patient information accurately and comprehensively for medical records.
- Collaborate with hospital staff during handoff of patient care at medical facilities.
Qualifications
- Certification as an EMT-Basic from an accredited program.
- Knowledge of physiology and anatomy relevant to emergency medical care.
- Proficiency in basic life support techniques and airway management procedures.
- Experience or familiarity with emergency room (ER) operations is preferred.
- Ability to perform heavy lifting as required for patient transport.
- Strong communication skills for effective interaction with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
- Commitment to ongoing education and training in emergency medical services.
- Previous experience in critical care settings is a plus but not mandatory.
This position requires a reliable individual as we are a super small company (2 employees) Currently, we mainly run dialysis transports to all of the Gainesville clinics. We are looking for hopefully 1 full time employee that does Not mind working Saturdays.
Our Current Schedule follows-
MWF: 6:00AM to 6:00PM
TTS: 5:30AM to 1:30-2:00PM
As we grow so will the schedule, and there will be the ability for more hours, and growth in the company. If you are interested and fit our needs, please apply!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 32 – 48 per week
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Every weekend
- Morning shift
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Shift availability:
- Overnight Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
- Day Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Gainesville, GA 30501 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Gainesville, GA 30501: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20