Emergency Medical Technician - Basic

Job Overview Join our dynamic emergency response team as an Emergency Medical Technician - Basic, where your vital skills will make a difference in critical moments. In this role, you will provide immediate pre-hospital care to patients experiencing medical emergencies, ensuring their safety and comfort while delivering essential life-saving interventions. Your energetic approach and dedication will help us uphold our commitment to rapid, reliable, and compassionate emergency medical services. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your skills in a fast-paced environment dedicated to saving lives. Responsibilities Respond promptly to emergency calls and arrive swiftly at the scene of incidents, providing essential patient care. Perform thorough patient assessments, including vital signs, physical examinations, and physiological evaluations to determine the severity of injuries or illnesses. Administer basic life support procedures such as airway management, injection administration, medication delivery, and oxygen therapy. Utilize advanced patient care techniques including venipuncture and aseptic techniques when necessary for treatment or medication administration. Operate emergency vehicles safely while adhering to traffic laws; conduct heavy lifting and physical exertion during patient extrication and transport. Communicate clearly with hospital staff, triage teams, and emergency responders to ensure seamless patient handoff and continuity of care. Maintain accurate documentation of patient information, treatment provided, and incident details in compliance with medical protocols. Requirements Valid EMT certification with current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; prior EMT experience strongly preferred. Demonstrated critical care experience, including hospital or emergency room exposure, is highly desirable. Knowledge of physiology, anatomy, medical terminology, and emergency medicine practices. Experience with airway management techniques, patient assessment procedures, and critical care transport protocols. Ability to perform physically demanding tasks such as heavy lifting and prolonged standing or walking in urgent situations. Strong driving record with the ability to operate emergency vehicles safely under pressure. Excellent communication skills for effective patient interaction and coordination with healthcare teams. Join us in delivering high-quality emergency medical services that save lives every day! We are committed to supporting your professional growth while ensuring you have the tools needed to excel in this vital role.

Pay:

From $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Continuing education credits Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

License/Certification:

EMT License - Wisconsin (Preferred) CPR Certification (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person