FIND YOUR EMS CAREER PATH
We take pride in the various career paths we offer our employees. The EMS industry is growing, and demand for qualified professionals in all areas of our business is on the rise. Providing career-advancement tracks is important to us and enhances our value as an employer when we can train and promote from within our ranks. We are also committed to fostering the next generation of EMS leaders and offer highly specialized training for individuals interested in management roles.
| Job Title | Company | City | State | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EMT Academy APPLY | National EMS | Athens | GA | 30677 |
| Dispatcher - Night Shift APPLY | National EMS | Athens | GA | 30677 |
| Dispatcher - Night Shift APPLY | National EMS | Conyers | GA | 30094 |
| Dispatcher - Day APPLY | National EMS | Conyers | GA | 30094 |
| Paramedic - National EMS - Conyers, GA APPLY | National EMS | Conyers | GA | 30094 |
| Paramedic - National EMS - Athens, GA APPLY | National EMS | Athens | GA | 30677 |
| Commander- Covington, GA APPLY | National EMS | Covington | GA | 30014 |
| Commander- Conyers, GA APPLY | National EMS | Conyers | GA | 30094 |
| EMT- Basic APPLY | National EMS | Athens | GA | 30677 |
| Paramedic - National EMS - Madison, GA APPLY | National EMS | Madison | GA | 30650 |
| Paramedic 911 Unit APPLY | National EMS | Covington | GA | 30014 |
| AEMT - National EMS - Athens, GA APPLY | National EMS | Athens | GA | 30677 |
| AEMT - National EMS - Madison, GA APPLY | National EMS | Madison | GA | 30650 |
| AEMT - National EMS - Conyers, GA APPLY | National EMS | Conyers | GA | 30094 |
| EMT- Basic APPLY | National EMS | Conyers | GA | 30094 |
| EMT 911 Unit APPLY | National EMS | Covington | GA | 30014 |
Position: EMS Dispatcher
Company: National EMS
Location: Athens, GA
Shift: Night Shift
Summary:
The Dispatcher is responsible for taking calls and managing units so that we are on time for emergency and non-emergency transports. They are to follow National EMS policies, protocols and culture. Employees hired into this position are subject to a six month introductory probationary period.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Answering the phone in the communications center
- Gathers all necessary information to dispatch calls
- Effectively manages the units
- Provides feedback to supervisor as needed
- Achieves 95% compliance monthly
- Accuracy with data entry
Minimum Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED
- Excellent Customer Service Skills
- Computer Skills: Microsoft Office, Excel, Word
- Good organizational skills
Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time. There is some walking, bending and kneeling required in this position. While performing duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers for typing and filing. Vision and hearing are required to perform this job while answering the telephone and entering call data into the computer.
Apply nowPosition: EMS Dispatcher
Company: National EMS
Location: Conyers, GA
Shift: Night Shift
Summary:
The Dispatcher is responsible for taking calls and managing units so that we are on time for emergency and non-emergency transports. They are to follow National EMS policies, protocols and culture. Employees hired into this position are subject to a six month introductory probationary period.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Answering the phone in the communications center
- Gathers all necessary information to dispatch calls
- Effectively manages the units
- Provides feedback to supervisor as needed
- Achieves 95% compliance monthly
- Accuracy with data entry
Minimum Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED
- Excellent Customer Service Skills
- Computer Skills: Microsoft Office, Excel, Word
- Good organizational skills
Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time. There is some walking, bending and kneeling required in this position. While performing duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers for typing and filing. Vision and hearing are required to perform this job while answering the telephone and entering call data into the computer.
Apply nowPosition: EMS Dispatcher
Company: National EMS
Location: Conyers, GA
Shift: Day Shift
Summary:
The Dispatcher is responsible for taking calls and managing units so that we are on time for emergency and non-emergency transports. They are to follow National EMS policies, protocols and culture. Employees hired into this position are subject to a six month introductory probationary period.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Answering the phone in the communications center
- Gathers all necessary information to dispatch calls
- Effectively manages the units
- Provides feedback to supervisor as needed
- Achieves 95% compliance monthly
- Accuracy with data entry
Minimum Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED
- Excellent Customer Service Skills
- Computer Skills: Microsoft Office, Excel, Word
- Good organizational skills
Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time. There is some walking, bending and kneeling required in this position. While performing duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers for typing and filing. Vision and hearing are required to perform this job while answering the telephone and entering call data into the computer.
Apply now911 Paramedic
National EMS
Conyers, GA
County of Service: Rockdale County
Full Time and Part Time positions available
POSITION PURPOSE:
The Paramedic is responsible for providing patient care and customer service that meets or exceeds the National Standard of Care for Advanced Life Support Personnel and for the safe driving of the ambulance. The paramedic is ultimately responsible for all actions of patient care.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Must possess a high school diploma or GED. Must be a graduate of a Paramedic course. Must possess a valid Georgia Paramedic license (or a valid National Registry Card and be eligible for licensure in Georgia. May NOT work on an ambulance until Georgia Paramedic license is obtained
Physical Demands: Requires bending, twisting, squatting lifting, and other repetitive movements. Must be able to lift onto a stretcher and then carry with the assistance of a partner, a person not weighing less than 225 pounds. Eyesight must be in compliance with the standards set forth by the DOT for day and night driving and may be corrected with the aid of prescription lenses. Hearing of low and high pitch frequencies is required and may be corrected with use of hearing aids.
Driving: Must possess and maintain Georgia Drivers License and must maintain MVR (motor vehicle record) acceptable for NEMS Insurance vendor.
Tools Used: All emergency medical supplies and equipment within the scope of practice. Oxygen tanks and regulators, stretchers, splints, backboards, ET Tubes, IO needles, cardiac monitors, defibrillators, IV’s and associated supplies, pulse oximeter, laryngoscope, ventilators, etc…, Must be able to function independently.
DRESS CODE:
Company issued uniform. Must be neat and clean.
Company issued uniform. Must be neat and clean.
SUPERVISED BY:
Shift Commander
WAGE AND HOUR CLASSIFICATION (FLSA):
Non-Exempt
For more information, please contact our Human Resource Office by email: mbaird@nationalems.com
JOB TITLE: 911 Paramedic (EMT-P)
COMPANY: National EMS
LOCATION: Athens, GA
POSITION PURPOSE:
The Paramedic is responsible for providing patient care and customer service that meets or exceeds the National Standard of Care for Advanced Life Support Personnel and for the safe driving of the ambulance. The paramedic is ultimately responsible for all actions of patient care.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Must possess a high school diploma or GED. Must be a graduate of a Paramedic course. Must possess a valid Georgia Paramedic license (or a valid National Registry Card and be eligible for licensure in Georgia. May NOT work on an ambulance until Georgia Paramedic license is obtained
Physical Demands: Requires bending, twisting, squatting lifting, and other repetitive movements. Must be able to lift onto a stretcher and then carry with the assistance of a partner, a person not weighing less than 225 pounds. Eyesight must be in compliance with the standards set forth by the DOT for day and night driving and may be corrected with the aid of prescription lenses. Hearing of low and high pitch frequencies is required and may be corrected with use of hearing aids.
Driving: Must possess and maintain Georgia Drivers License and must maintain MVR (motor vehicle record) acceptable for NEMS Insurance vendor.
Tools Used: All emergency medical supplies and equipment within the scope of practice. Oxygen tanks and regulators, stretchers, splints, backboards, ET Tubes, IO needles, cardiac monitors, defibrillators, IV’s and associated supplies, pulse oximeter, laryngoscope, ventilators, etc…, Must be able to function independently.
DRESS CODE:
Company issued uniform. Must be neat and clean.
Company issued uniform. Must be neat and clean.
SUPERVISED BY:
Shift Commander
WAGE AND HOUR CLASSIFICATION (FLSA):
Non-Exempt
Company: National EMS
Position Title: Commander
Department: Operations
Department: Operations
Location: Covington, GA
SUMMARY
Responsible for the field management / guidance or all staff the assigned shift. Ensures prompt response to 911 calls and Critical care / Routine transports. Works with the hospitals and medical professionals to assure quality care in all aspects of care as a part of the Patient care process. Establishes and maintains professional interactions with others at all times. Must have a strong concern for quality and accuracy of work with a results-oriented focus. Requires critical and technical thinking and problem solving based on detailed knowledge of all pertinent facts and thorough analysis of relevant detailed information
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION
• • High School Diploma or GED
• • State of Georgia Paramedic License with 5+ years’ experience
• • Advanced Cardiac Life Support and Basic Life Support Certification
• • PHTLS or equivalent certification (within 6 months of hire date)
• • PALS or equivalent certification (within 6 months of hire date)
• • Current State of Georgia Driver’s License
DISCLAIMER:
The information provided in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work
performed by incumbents within this job. It is not designed to be interpreted, as a comprehensive inventory of all
duties, responsibilities, qualifications and working conditions required of employees, assigned to this job.
Management has sole discretion to add or modify duties of the job and to designate other functions as essential
at any time. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract.
Apply nowThe information provided in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work
performed by incumbents within this job. It is not designed to be interpreted, as a comprehensive inventory of all
duties, responsibilities, qualifications and working conditions required of employees, assigned to this job.
Management has sole discretion to add or modify duties of the job and to designate other functions as essential
at any time. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract.
Company: National EMS
Position Title: Commander
Department: Operations
Department: Operations
Location: Conyers, GA
SUMMARY
Responsible for the field management / guidance or all staff the assigned shift. Ensures prompt response to 911 calls and Critical care / Routine transports. Works with the hospitals and medical professionals to assure quality care in all aspects of care as a part of the Patient care process. Establishes and maintains professional interactions with others at all times. Must have a strong concern for quality and accuracy of work with a results-oriented focus. Requires critical and technical thinking and problem solving based on detailed knowledge of all pertinent facts and thorough analysis of relevant detailed information
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION
• • High School Diploma or GED
• • State of Georgia Paramedic License with 5+ years’ experience
• • Advanced Cardiac Life Support and Basic Life Support Certification
• • PHTLS or equivalent certification (within 6 months of hire date)
• • PALS or equivalent certification (within 6 months of hire date)
• • Current State of Georgia Driver’s License
DISCLAIMER:
The information provided in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work
performed by incumbents within this job. It is not designed to be interpreted, as a comprehensive inventory of all
duties, responsibilities, qualifications and working conditions required of employees, assigned to this job.
Management has sole discretion to add or modify duties of the job and to designate other functions as essential
at any time. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract.
Apply nowThe information provided in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work
performed by incumbents within this job. It is not designed to be interpreted, as a comprehensive inventory of all
duties, responsibilities, qualifications and working conditions required of employees, assigned to this job.
Management has sole discretion to add or modify duties of the job and to designate other functions as essential
at any time. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract.
Position: EMT-Basic
Company: National EMS
Location: Athens, GA
Summary:
The Emergency Medical Technician provides patient care in both the emergency and non-emergency environment. Ensures compliance with all State of Georgia EMS rules and regulations. Checks and maintains all ambulance equipment and vehicle to insure it is clean and in proper working condition. Maintains all company required licenses and certifications for an EMT position. Must hold a State of Georgia Drivers License. Must attend mandatory training in addition to all EMT required courses. Follow all company policies and procedures including company medical director approved protocols and standing orders. Employees hired into this position are subject to a six month introductory probationary period.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Respond to all calls for service dispatched from the National EMS communications center as directed.
- Provide care and treatment to patients according to company policy and the company medical director protocols.
- Ensures ambulance and all equipment is cleaned and checked daily. Any deficiencies should be reported immediately to the shift supervisor or Operations Manager.
- Prepares and completes appropriate reports including Patient Care Reports (PCR), billing, exposure reports, incident reports, daily, weekly and monthly unit check offs.
- Ensures unit and crew members adhere to National EMS policies, procedures, guidelines, directives and standards. Reports any deficiencies to the shift supervisor or Operations Manager.
- Ensures vehicle placed in-service comply with required laws, rules license, and regulations as outlined by the State of Georgia and other authorized agencies.
- Prompt and regular attendance at work and mandatory meetings.
- Maintain a state of readiness and professionalism while on-duty.
- Maintain a professional appearance and conduct while in company uniform either on or off duty.
- Self-motivated and requires little supervision and direction.
- Performs other such duties as may be required
Qualifications
Minimum EMT Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED
- State of Georgia EMT License
- Basic Life Support Certification
- PHTLS or equivalent certification (within 6 months of hire date)
- EVOC or equivalent certification
- Current State of Georgia Drivers License
Knowledge, Skills and Ability:
- Knowledge of methods and techniques for providing on-site emergency medical services.
- Knowledge of company medical director approved protocols and standing orders.
- Ability to read and interpret local maps.
- Demonstrated skills in the successful completion of multiple, simultaneous and rapidly emergent tasks.
- Demonstrated ability to read and understand medical terminology.
- Demonstrated ability to write reports, and correspondence.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively present information and respond to questions regarding patient care, National EMS operations and other customer service issues.
- Demonstrated ability to utilize personal computer systems including PCR reporting, email and MDT applications.
- Demonstrated ability to represent National EMS and other team members as an EMS professional.
Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb, stand, or balance. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 180 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 300 pounds with assistance from others. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Working Environment:
Due to the nature of EMS Care working conditions, employees may be exposed to inclement weather, potential hazardous conditions, psychological stressors, diseases and other illnesses. Frequent interruptions, work pressure, difficult personalities and irregularities in work schedule are expected. Employee is subject to continually changing deadlines, while performing the duties of this job. The employee will be occasionally required to attend meetings, some of which may take place outside of regular working hours. The employee will occasionally go for periods of time without sleep, food, or breaks as determined by call load.
DISCLAIMER:
The information provided in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by incumbents within this job. It is not designed to be interpreted, as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and working conditions required of employees, assigned to this job. Management has sole discretion to add or modify duties of the job and to designate other functions as essential at any time. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract.
Apply nowJOB TITLE: 911 Paramedic (EMT-P)
COMPANY: National EMS
LOCATION: Madison, GA (Morgan County)
Sign On Bonus Available
POSITION PURPOSE:
The Paramedic is responsible for providing patient care and customer service that meets or exceeds the National Standard of Care for Advanced Life Support Personnel and for the safe driving of the ambulance. The paramedic is ultimately responsible for all actions of patient care.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Must possess a high school diploma or GED. Must be a graduate of a Paramedic course. Must possess a valid Georgia Paramedic license (or a valid National Registry Card and be eligible for licensure in Georgia. May NOT work on an ambulance until Georgia Paramedic license is obtained
Physical Demands: Requires bending, twisting, squatting lifting, and other repetitive movements. Must be able to lift onto a stretcher and then carry with the assistance of a partner, a person not weighing less than 225 pounds. Eyesight must be in compliance with the standards set forth by the DOT for day and night driving and may be corrected with the aid of prescription lenses. Hearing of low and high pitch frequencies is required and may be corrected with use of hearing aids.
Driving: Must possess and maintain Georgia Drivers License and must maintain MVR (motor vehicle record) acceptable for NEMS Insurance vendor.
Tools Used: All emergency medical supplies and equipment within the scope of practice. Oxygen tanks and regulators, stretchers, splints, backboards, ET Tubes, IO needles, cardiac monitors, defibrillators, IV’s and associated supplies, pulse oximeter, laryngoscope, ventilators, etc., Must be able to function independently.
DRESS CODE:
Company issued uniform. Must be neat and clean.
Company issued uniform. Must be neat and clean.
SUPERVISED BY:
Shift Commander
WAGE AND HOUR CLASSIFICATION (FLSA):
Non-Exempt
911 Paramedic
Covington, GA
Covington, GA
National EMS is seeking Paramedics to serve in the Newton County 9-1-1 EMS system. Flexible full- and part-time schedules are available.
As one of the nation’s longest nationally accredited agencies, National EMS is committed to excellence, and we seek employees that will share that commitment.
Our team is a supportive family that works together to deliver exceptional patient care with a smile. From every EMT and paramedic to our dispatchers and support teams, our team members are valued and supported with the training and resources they need.
We show that we value the talent and dedication of our team by offering competitive salaries, great benefits, flexible schedules and continuing education opportunities to help them set and achieve professional goals.
National EMS a member of the Priority Ambulance family of companies, the fastest-growing private ambulance services in the country. Being a part of a rapidly growing, innovative national team brings National employees additional opportunities for career advancement, continuing education and training.
Job Summary
Functions as Paramedic on 911 response ambulance operating in Newton County in Georgia. Safely operates vehicle to/from pick up and drop off locations. Provides ALS patient care and movement. Documents all transports completely per company SOP. Adheres to all company policies and procedures.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED
- Valid Driver’s License
- State of Georgia or National Registry Paramedic Certification
- AHA Basic Life Support Certification
- AHA Advanced Life Support Certification
- Physically Able to Perform Job Duties
- Minimum One Year Prior EMS Field Experience
Compensation
- Competitive Pay
- Including Pay for Prior EMS Experience
- Vacation, Sick & Holiday Pay
- Health, Dental, Pharmacy & Vision Insurance
- Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability & Life Insurance
- 401k Retirement Savings Program
- Company Provided Uniforms
- Tuition Assistance for EMT & Paramedic Training
- Ongoing Continuing Education
Schedule and Basing
Variety of 12-hour and 24-hour shifts 24/7/365 based at Newton County Fire stations. Full and part time position now available.
JOB TITLE: 911 ADVANCED EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN
COMPANY: National EMS
LOCATION: Athens, GA (Clarke & Oconee Counties)
National EMS has operated for more than 40 years in the state of Georgia, and is proud to be the first private ambulance company in the state to earn prestigious national accreditation from the Commission on the Accreditation of Ambulance Services. We have remained nationally accredited for 25 consecutive years, supported by our team of expert EMTs and paramedics.
National EMS was founded by Pat and Mary Ellen Atkins in 1976 and has been serving the citizens of Georgia with premier nonemergency and emergency 9-1-1 ambulance services in that time.
National EMS provides pre-scheduled ambulance services in a four-county area east of metro-Atlanta, Georgia. The company also is the contracted 9-1-1 emergency ambulance provider in Rockdale, Morgan, Oconee, and Athens-Clarke counties. National EMS is the preferred ambulance provider to the University of Georgia Athletic Association.
Our staff of highly trained paramedics and EMTs are equipped with the latest fleet and equipment to offer basic life support, advanced life support and critical care transport options for our customers and patients.
National EMS is a proud member of the Priority Ambulance national family of companies.
POSITION PURPOSE:
The purpose of the EMT is to provide basic life support and intermediate care to patients and for assisting the paramedic in the delivery of advanced life support. The EMT is responsible for the safe driving of the ambulance
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
- Must possess a high school diploma or GED.
- Must be a graduate of an EMT course.
- Must possess a valid Georgia EMT license (or a valid National Registry Card and be eligible for licensure in Georgia. May NOT work on an ambulance until Georgia EMT license is obtained
Physical Demands:
- Requires bending, twisting, squatting lifting, and other repetitive movements.
- Must be able to lift onto a stretcher and then carry with the assistance of a partner, a person not weighing less than 225 pounds.
- Eyesight must be in compliance with the standards set forth by the DOT for day and night driving and may be corrected with the aid of prescription lenses.
- Hearing of low and high pitch frequencies is required and may be corrected with use of hearing aids.
Driving:
Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia Drivers License and must maintain MVR (motor vehicle record) acceptable for NEMS Insurance vendor.
Tools Used:
All emergency medical supplies and equipment within the scope of practice. Oxygen tanks and regulators, stretchers, splints, backboards, IV’s and associated supplies, pulse oximeter, etc…,
Must be able to assist a person with higher certification than they in performing their duties to the patient. (ie; setting up and IV, placing the patient on the cardiac monitor etc…)
DRESS CODE:
Company issued uniform-Undershirts: white, navy or black ONLY. Must be neat and clean.
Company issued uniform-Undershirts: white, navy or black ONLY. Must be neat and clean.
SUPERVISED BY:
Shift Commander
WAGE AND HOUR CLASSIFICATION:
Non-Exempt
JOB TITLE: 911 ADVANCED EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN
COMPANY: National EMS
LOCATION: Madison, GA
POSITION PURPOSE:
The purpose of the EMT is to provide basic life support and intermediate care to patients and for assisting the paramedic in the delivery of advanced life support. The EMT is responsible for the safe driving of the ambulance
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
- Must possess a high school diploma or GED.
- Must be a graduate of an EMT course.
- Must possess a valid Georgia EMT license (or a valid National Registry Card and be eligible for licensure in Georgia. May NOT work on an ambulance until Georgia EMT license is obtained
Physical Demands:
- Requires bending, twisting, squatting lifting, and other repetitive movements.
- Must be able to lift onto a stretcher and then carry with the assistance of a partner, a person not weighing less than 225 pounds.
- Eyesight must be in compliance with the standards set forth by the DOT for day and night driving and may be corrected with the aid of prescription lenses.
- Hearing of low and high pitch frequencies is required and may be corrected with use of hearing aids.
Driving:
Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia Drivers License and must maintain MVR (motor vehicle record) acceptable for NEMS Insurance vendor.
Tools Used:
All emergency medical supplies and equipment within the scope of practice. Oxygen tanks and regulators, stretchers, splints, backboards, IV’s and associated supplies, pulse oximeter, etc…,
Must be able to assist a person with higher certification than they in performing their duties to the patient. (ie; setting up and IV, placing the patient on the cardiac monitor etc…)
DRESS CODE:
Company issued uniform-Undershirts: white, navy or black ONLY. Must be neat and clean.
Company issued uniform-Undershirts: white, navy or black ONLY. Must be neat and clean.
SUPERVISED BY:
Shift Commander
WAGE AND HOUR CLASSIFICATION:
Non-Exempt
JOB TITLE: 911 ADVANCED EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN
COMPANY: National EMS
LOCATION: Conyers, GA (Rockdale County)
POSITION PURPOSE:
The purpose of the EMT is to provide basic life support and intermediate care to patients and for assisting the paramedic in the delivery of advanced life support. The EMT is responsible for the safe driving of the ambulance
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
- Must possess a high school diploma or GED.
- Must be a graduate of an EMT course.
- Must possess a valid Georgia EMT license (or a valid National Registry Card and be eligible for licensure in Georgia. May NOT work on an ambulance until Georgia EMT license is obtained
Physical Demands:
- Requires bending, twisting, squatting lifting, and other repetitive movements.
- Must be able to lift onto a stretcher and then carry with the assistance of a partner, a person not weighing less than 225 pounds.
- Eyesight must be in compliance with the standards set forth by the DOT for day and night driving and may be corrected with the aid of prescription lenses.
- Hearing of low and high pitch frequencies is required and may be corrected with use of hearing aids.
Driving:
Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia Drivers License and must maintain MVR (motor vehicle record) acceptable for NEMS Insurance vendor.
Tools Used:
All emergency medical supplies and equipment within the scope of practice. Oxygen tanks and regulators, stretchers, splints, backboards, IV’s and associated supplies, pulse oximeter, etc…,
Must be able to assist a person with higher certification than they in performing their duties to the patient. (ie; setting up and IV, placing the patient on the cardiac monitor etc…)
DRESS CODE:
Company issued uniform-Undershirts: white, navy or black ONLY. Must be neat and clean.
Company issued uniform-Undershirts: white, navy or black ONLY. Must be neat and clean.
SUPERVISED BY:
Shift Commander
WAGE AND HOUR CLASSIFICATION:
Non-Exempt
Position: EMT-Basic
Company: National EMS
Location: Conyers, GA
Summary:
The Emergency Medical Technician provides patient care in both the emergency and non-emergency environment. Ensures compliance with all State of Georgia EMS rules and regulations. Checks and maintains all ambulance equipment and vehicle to insure it is clean and in proper working condition. Maintains all company required licenses and certifications for an EMT position. Must hold a State of Georgia Drivers License. Must attend mandatory training in addition to all EMT required courses. Follow all company policies and procedures including company medical director approved protocols and standing orders. Employees hired into this position are subject to a six month introductory probationary period.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Respond to all calls for service dispatched from the National EMS communications center as directed.
- Provide care and treatment to patients according to company policy and the company medical director protocols.
- Ensures ambulance and all equipment is cleaned and checked daily. Any deficiencies should be reported immediately to the shift supervisor or Operations Manager.
- Prepares and completes appropriate reports including Patient Care Reports (PCR), billing, exposure reports, incident reports, daily, weekly and monthly unit check offs.
- Ensures unit and crew members adhere to National EMS policies, procedures, guidelines, directives and standards. Reports any deficiencies to the shift supervisor or Operations Manager.
- Ensures vehicle placed in-service comply with required laws, rules license, and regulations as outlined by the State of Georgia and other authorized agencies.
- Prompt and regular attendance at work and mandatory meetings.
- Maintain a state of readiness and professionalism while on-duty.
- Maintain a professional appearance and conduct while in company uniform either on or off duty.
- Self-motivated and requires little supervision and direction.
- Performs other such duties as may be required
Qualifications
Minimum EMT Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED
- State of Georgia EMT License
- Basic Life Support Certification
- PHTLS or equivalent certification (within 6 months of hire date)
- EVOC or equivalent certification
- Current State of Georgia Drivers License
Knowledge, Skills and Ability:
- Knowledge of methods and techniques for providing on-site emergency medical services.
- Knowledge of company medical director approved protocols and standing orders.
- Ability to read and interpret local maps.
- Demonstrated skills in the successful completion of multiple, simultaneous and rapidly emergent tasks.
- Demonstrated ability to read and understand medical terminology.
- Demonstrated ability to write reports, and correspondence.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively present information and respond to questions regarding patient care, National EMS operations and other customer service issues.
- Demonstrated ability to utilize personal computer systems including PCR reporting, email and MDT applications.
- Demonstrated ability to represent National EMS and other team members as an EMS professional.
Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb, stand, or balance. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 180 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 300 pounds with assistance from others. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Working Environment:
Due to the nature of EMS Care working conditions, employees may be exposed to inclement weather, potential hazardous conditions, psychological stressors, diseases and other illnesses. Frequent interruptions, work pressure, difficult personalities and irregularities in work schedule are expected. Employee is subject to continually changing deadlines, while performing the duties of this job. The employee will be occasionally required to attend meetings, some of which may take place outside of regular working hours. The employee will occasionally go for periods of time without sleep, food, or breaks as determined by call load.
DISCLAIMER:
The information provided in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by incumbents within this job. It is not designed to be interpreted, as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and working conditions required of employees, assigned to this job. Management has sole discretion to add or modify duties of the job and to designate other functions as essential at any time. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract.
Apply nowEmergency Medical Technician (EMT) – 911 Unit
Covington, GA
Covington, GA
National EMS is seeking EMTs to serve in the Newton County 9-1-1 EMS system. Flexible full- and part-time schedules are available.
As one of the nation’s longest nationally accredited agencies, National EMS is committed to excellence, and we seek employees that will share that commitment.
Our team is a supportive family that works together to deliver exceptional patient care with a smile. From every EMT and paramedic to our dispatchers and support teams, our team members are valued and supported with the training and resources they need.
We show that we value the talent and dedication of our team by offering competitive salaries, great benefits, flexible schedules and continuing education opportunities to help them set and achieve professional goals.
National EMS a member of the Priority Ambulance family of companies, the fastest-growing private ambulance services in the country. Being a part of a rapidly growing, innovative national team brings National employees additional opportunities for career advancement, continuing education and training.
Job Summary
Functions as EMT on 911 response ambulance operating in Newton County in Georgia. Safely operates vehicle to/from pick up and drop off locations. Provides BLS patient care and movement. Documents all transports completely per company SOP. Adheres to all company policies and procedures.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED
- Valid Driver’s License
- State of Georgia or National Registry EMT Certification
- AHA Basic Life Support Certification
- Physically Able to Perform Job Duties
- Minimum One Year Prior EMS Field Experience
Compensation
- Competitive Pay
- Including Pay for Prior EMS Experience
- Vacation, Sick & Holiday Pay
- Health, Dental, Pharmacy & Vision Insurance
- Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability & Life Insurance
- 401k Retirement Savings Program
- Company Provided Uniforms
- Tuition Assistance for EMT & Paramedic Training
- Ongoing Continuing Education
Schedule and Basing
Variety of 12-hour and 24-hour shifts 24/7/365 based at Newton County Fire stations. Full and part time position now available.
LEADERSHIP FOUNDATION
The Priority Ambulance family of companies values EMS leadership and recognizes that commitment through the Priority Ambulance Leadership Foundation. The Foundation has developed a unique and distinctive path for career advancement to promising EMS leaders of the future. The year-long EMS Leadership of Tomorrow program offers educational and mentoring opportunities to qualified professionals in and outside of the EMS industry. Hands-on coursework is taught during weeklong sessions hosted quarterly at various locations throughout the country.
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