What are the responsibilities and job description for the EMT 911 - Lake City, FL position at AmeriPro EMS?
Salary Range: 24/48 -$56,576 - $66,560
Salary Range: Cali 12 - $41,600 - $53,768
SIGN-ON BONUS: $2500 Sign-On Bonus Available for Full-Time!
AmeriPro is seeking an EMT to provide essential Basic Life Support (BLS) care and safe medical transport in emergency environments. This role focuses on patient assessment, direct BLS treatment, operational readiness, and strong teamwork in support of Paramedics and other public safety partners. EMTs uphold AmeriPro’s standards of professionalism, safety, and compassionate patient care.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct patient assessments and provide BLS interventions such as CPR, oxygen delivery, bleeding control, splinting, and vital signs monitoring.
- Assist Paramedics by preparing equipment and performing delegated tasks during ALS calls.
- Monitor patient condition during transport and relay updates to the Paramedic or receiving facility.
- Complete accurate, timely electronic documentation of BLS care and patient interactions.
- Operate the ambulance safely as assigned, following AmeriPro driving standards and traffic regulations.
- Maintain ambulance and equipment readiness through inspections, cleaning, restocking, and reporting issues.
- Perform stretcher operations, lifting/moving patients, and securing equipment to support safe transport.
- Participate in required training and quality improvement activities to maintain EMT proficiency.
Compensation
- Competitive compensation
- Personal Time Off starting at 2 weeks; increases with tenure.
- Expansive Benefits package to include Medical, Dental, Vision, Voluntary Short-term Disability, Life, Accident and Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity
- Employer-paid Basic Life and AD&D
- Employer $600 contribution to HSA with an HDHP
- 401(k) Employer Match 50% up to first 6% of Eligible Compensation
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee assistance programs (EAP)
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent qualification
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in the EMS field preferred
- Georgia Paramedic license in good standing / current NREMT certification if required by state
- Current certifications CPR: BLS, ACLS, PCC/PALS
- Valid state specific Drivers’ license
- Successful completion of a comprehensive background check and drug screening
- Strong people skills and proven ability to collaborate within a team
- Proficient verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to comprehend and execute verbal and written instructions in English
- Ventilator certified every three (3) years
- Successful completion of a written and practical exam
- FEMA IS certs: (IS-100; IS-200; IS-700; IS-800)
Why Choose AmeriPro?
At AmeriPro Health, you are at the heart of everything we do! Thrive here with industry-leading pay from day one, comprehensive benefits, clear career pathways, on-going training, and a supportive environment where your expertise is valued. Powered by innovative, cutting-edge technology and state-of-the-art ambulances, you will have the tools to focus on what matters: saving lives and shaping the future of healthcare. Join AmeriPro and be part of a forward-thinking team redefining EMS through innovation and a relentless commitment to excellence!
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
It is the policy of AmeriPro Health to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, status as a veteran or military service, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local civil rights laws.
AmeriPro Health supports veterans, provides reasonable accommodations for individuals with a disability. We maintain a workplace is committed to maintaining a workplace free from harassment/retaliation.
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Pay: $56,576.00 - $66,560.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Uniform allowance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $56,576 - $66,560