This position administers life support care to sick and injured persons in pre-hospital setting, in accordance with statewide Treatment Protocols and HEMSI Medical Control Physicians, as authorized and directed by physician and/or paramedic

Assesses nature and extent of illness or injury to establish and prioritize medical procedures to be followed or
need for additional assistance.
 Works efficiently to restore and stabilize cardiac, pulselessness, non-breathing patients.
 Administers initial treatment at emergency scene and takes and records patient's vital signs.
 Remains in good driving status and maintains insurable driving status.
 Communicates with hospital/TCC personnel by HEMSI approved communication methods.
 Maintains up to date credentials regarding licensing and protocol changes.
 Appropriately documents patient care in all HEMSI approved reporting methods.
 Observes all safety and security procedures for their vehicle and station.
 Maintains unit in constant state of readiness through supplies and equipment restocking
 Efficiently cleans and performs minor maintenance to emergency vehicle.
 Maintains a clean and orderly vehicle and station
 Assists in direction and coordination of additional personnel on scene, including volunteer responders.
 Faithfully reports to work and maintains acceptable attendance
 Provides excellent customer service to patients and family members
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 Meets the HEMSI standard on response times

Education required: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) 

Certificate, License or Registration: State of Alabama EMSP License as EMT. Valid and current driver's license. Healthcare Provider CPR Certification upon hire or obtained within provisional period.

Additional skills/experience:

• Mathematical Skills - Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
• Language Skills - Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
• Writing Skills - Ability to legibly write routine reports and correspondence.