Emergency Medical Technician

Responds to emergency requests, provides emergency medical care, provides advanced life support (ALS), and transports sick or injured persons to the appropriate medical facility. Administers advanced life support to patients at the scene while complying with federal, state, and local laws. Adheres to all Fire Department policies and procedures.

Meet and exceed response time guidelines. Operate and drive an ambulance with regard to state and agency safety policies. Respond to emergency calls calmly, efficiently, and promptly in accordance with HFD's policies. Monitor and respond on communication equipment to maintain contact with the dispatcher and other emergency personnel. Comply with all protocols for treatment and transportation of the sick and injured as defined by HFD, local, and state protocols. Maintain a safe and healthy workplace in accordance with all appropriate OSHA standards, company policies and local standard operating procedures. Complete patient care forms, insurance forms, evaluation forms, billing forms, and any other forms in a competent and timely fashion. Turn in appropriate documents prior to leaving duty. Communicate with professional medical personnel and treatment facilities to obtain instructions regarding further treatment and/or to arrange the reception of patients to the appropriate center.

Current driver's License in good standing. Current National Registry Paramedic Certification (NRP) Current South Carolina Paramedic License. Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification (CPR) Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Current Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) or equivalent preferred.