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Advanced Emergency Medical Technician

Tahoka, TXOnsiteFull TimePosted 1 month ago

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Required skills

  • AEMT training program
  • AHA
  • driver's license
  • high-stress situations
  • communication skills
  • critical-thinking
  • medical equipment
  • emergency protocols

Role summary

The Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT) provides high-quality emergency medical care and advanced life support. Responsibilities include responding to emergencies, assessing patient conditions, administering medical treatments, communicating with healthcare professionals, ensuring safe patient transportation, and maintaining accurate records. The role requires completion of an approved AEMT program, CPR certification, and a valid driver's license. Candidates must demonstrate the ability to handle high-stress situations, possess strong communication and teamwork skills, and be familiar with medical equipment and emergency protocols.

Description

Overview

The Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT) plays a vital role in providing highquality

emergency medical care and advanced life support to patients. This position

involves responding to medical emergencies, assessing patients' conditions, and

administering appropriate medical treatments in collaboration with other emergency

services personnel.

Key Responsibilities

  •  Respond promptly and efficiently to emergency calls within the service area.
  •  Assess patients' conditions and provide necessary medical treatment based on

state protocols.

  •  Administer medications and advanced life support measures as needed.
  •  Communicate effectively with patients, family members, and other healthcare

professionals.

  •  Ensure safe transportation of patients to healthcare facilities.
  •  Maintain accurate patient care records and documentation in compliance with legal

and organizational standards.

  •  Participate in ongoing training and professional development activities.
  •  Assist in maintaining the cleanliness and readiness of equipment and emergency

vehicles.

Requirements

Qualifications

Education and Certification

  •  Completion of an approved AEMT training program.
  •  CPR certification through AHA
  •  Current TX AEMT certification
  •  Valid state-issued driver's license and a good driving record.

Skills and Experience

  •  Demonstrated ability to handle high-stress situations effectively.
  •  Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  •  Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
  •  Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.
  •  Familiarity with medical equipment and emergency protocols.

Working Conditions

The role requires working in various environments, including ambulances, hospitals, and

potentially hazardous sites. The AEMT should be prepared to work irregular hours,

including nights, weekends, and holidays, with the potential for overtime as needed.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse workforce. All qualified

applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,

religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin

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