Emergency Medical Technician; EMT posted ago West Palm , FL Weekends

Full time, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

Location: Palm Beach

Department: Field Operations

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Shifts Hiring:

Additional Information: 2.19.2025

Pay Grade: 50,024 - 56,784

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provides emergency and non-emergency ambulance operations in conjunction with a partner, demonstrating excellent driving judgment and regard for public safety during operation and positioning of unit.
• Responds to all assigned calls in the most appropriate, safe and efficient manner to quickly assess the scene and request other help if needed.
• Provides BLS patient care in accordance with established procedures and prescribed local protocols and clinical practices. Diagnoses and treats patients with appropriate techniques, resources and equipment.
• May work with a Paramedic in an ALS operation, providing overall care in the areas of patient assessment, packaging and transport.
• Completes appropriate medical records and transportation reports.
• Maintains a thorough working knowledge of current EMT standards of care, including equipment function and use.
• Complies with safety standards to assure safety of self, medical personnel, patient, and equipment.
• Maintains positive interpersonal relationships with colleagues, EMS Representatives, hospitals and public.
• Maintains a thorough working knowledge of local geography, including mapping, street, and grid book systems.
• Maintains units and equipment in a clean, organized and ready condition after each response.
• Ensures proper fuel, fluid, and tire pressure levels at all times.
• Reports equipment damage or malfunctions as prescribed.
• Completes all station duties and maintains crew quarters in lean conditions.
• Maintains a clean and complete uniform, personal hygiene, and professional, pleasant and polite demeanor to all persons with whom the individual comes in contact with while on duty.

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Must be able to communicate and understand English verbally and in writing

Licenses and Certifications (must be valid, current and/or in good standing):

• Valid Driver’s License
• State of Florida Emergency Medical Technician Basic Certification
• CPR Certification (American Heart Association, BLS for Healthcare Provider or American Red Cross CPR for Professional Rescuers)
• Emergency Vehicle Operators Course (EVOC) if driver certified

Competency in Basic Life Support skills as defined by State, Medical Director(s) and Medical Standard.

All County Ambulance is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employers.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, race, color, veteran status, religion, sex, or national origin.