Emergency Medical Technician; Motor Vehicle Operator

Job Title

Emergency Medical Technician (Motor Vehicle Operator)
Department of the Army – U.S. Army Medical Command
Dwight D Eisenhower Army Medical Center

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. Serves as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) support provider in the U.S. Army Medical Command (MEDCOM). Provides appropriate on‑scene life support and operates ambulance. This position is located in Fort Gordon, Georgia.

Open & closing dates: 12/17/2025 to 01/08/2026

Salary: $49,960 to $64,952 per year (GS‑7)

Job family (Series):

Location:

1 vacancy, Fort Gordon, GA
Remote job:
No
Telework:
Not eligible

Travel required:

Occasional travel – may be expected to travel for this position. Relocation expenses reimbursed.

Appointment type:
Permanent

Work schedule:

Full‑time Service Competitive
Promotion potential:
None

Supervisory status:
No
Security clearance: N/A
Drug test:
Yes
Position sensitivity and risk:
Trust determination process
Financial disclosure:
Yes
Bargaining unit status: N/A

• Conducts a complete examination of patients to determine nature, extent, and seriousness of various conditions and searches for medical alert symbols.
• Prioritizes treatments for patients having multiple problems and employs a variety established emergency medicine techniques, methods, and equipment to the appropriate medical facility.
• When operating an emergency or patient transport vehicle, selects the most efficient route to and from the site of the emergency considering traffic patterns, health facility locations, etc.
• Decontaminates the vehicle in accordance with Medical Treatment Facility (MTF) standards.
• Works in the Emergency Department to provide patient care within the scope of practice of EMT training and experience.
• Obtains information from patients required to check‑in for treatment such as chief complaint and medical history.
• Takes, records, and monitors patient’s baseline vital signs including temperature, blood pressure and pulse.

Conditions of employment

• Proof of U.S. citizenship required.
• Males born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre‑Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• One year trial/probationary period may be required.
• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Specific initial background investigation and periodic re‑verification requirements because duties require interaction with children and youth under 18 years of age.
• Annual seasonal influenza vaccinations required; applicants may need to sign consent or provide a recognized exemption.
• Immunization screening required. Hepatitis B immunization required for all positions with direct patient contact; other immunizations may be required.
• All Health Care Providers must obtain and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) training and certification sponsored or endorsed by the American Heart Association (AHA).
• Advanced Life Support or other advanced certification does not supersede BLS completion.
• Pre‑placement medical examination required.
• Testing Designated Position (TDP) subject to pre‑employment drug screening and random testing thereafter.
• Work is subject to rotating shifts and/or irregular tour of duty to include weekends, nights, and/or holidays.
• Overtime may be required, including weekends and federal holidays, out‑of‑cycle, or unscheduled training or on an emergency basis. Employee may be recalled to duty from scheduled time off.
• May be required to assume critical and essential personnel status during inclement weather/emergencies.
• Requires wearing a uniform and/or protective clothing. Use of Personal Protective Equipment such as OSHA Level B-D. Respiratory protection required in hot and cold environments for extended periods.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license and a government driver’s license.
• Initial hires may be made with a valid state EMT certification; must obtain and maintain a National Registry EMT certification within 52 weeks of being hired.…