What are the responsibilities and job description for the Advanced Emergency Medical Technician position at Klondyke-Chadbourn Fire and Rescue?
Job Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled and energetic Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT) to join our dynamic emergency response team. In this vital role, you will provide advanced pre-hospital care to patients in a variety of urgent and critical situations. Your expertise will ensure swift, efficient, and compassionate medical interventions, helping save lives and improve patient outcomes. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in fast-paced environments, including city streets, trauma centers, and emergency scenes, utilizing your critical care skills to make a real difference every day.
Duties
- Respond promptly to emergency calls, providing advanced life support and critical care interventions on scene and during transport
- Operate emergency vehicles safely and efficiently through city streets and rural areas, adhering to all traffic laws and safety protocols
- Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including vital signs, physical examinations, and trauma evaluations
- Manage airway procedures, including airway management techniques and neonatal resuscitation procedures when necessary
- Administer medications via injections or other methods following established protocols while maintaining aseptic techniques
- Utilize medical equipment such as defibrillators, ventilators, and venipuncture devices to stabilize patients in urgent situations
- Coordinate with incident command teams during complex emergencies involving multiple agencies or trauma centers
- Conduct triage at the scene to prioritize patient care based on severity of injuries or medical conditions
- Transport patients safely while providing continuous monitoring of vital signs and administering necessary treatments during transit
- Maintain detailed documentation of patient care activities, assessments, treatments administered, and incident reports
Requirements
- Valid certification as an Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT) with current state certification.
- Strong knowledge of physiology, anatomy, medical terminology, trauma medicine, and emergency response procedures
- Experience with cardiovascular emergency response, trauma care, pediatric emergency care, and neonatal resuscitation procedures
- Proficiency in patient assessment techniques including vital signs measurement and physical examination.
- Skilled in incident command protocols and emergency medicine practices under pressure
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record; experience in emergency vehicle operation required
- Physical ability to perform heavy lifting and prolonged periods of standing or walking during shifts
- Excellent communication skills for clear documentation and effective coordination with team members and first responders
Join us if you’re passionate about delivering top-tier emergency medical services! We value energetic professionals who thrive in fast-paced environments and are committed to providing exceptional patient care. This paid position offers the chance to develop your skills further while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve.
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 12.0 – 32.0 per week
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $20