EMT - Part Time

Emergency Medical Technician

This is a part-time position. Performs technical work providing emergency medical care, maintains records and files, prepares reports, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the supervision of the EMT-Lieutenant and EMT-Captain.

Job Duties

• Responds to emergency calls, drives equipment and administers first aid, transports victims to emergency care facilities.
• Observes patient responses and maintains accurate and complete records.
• Checks and prepares equipment and supplies for treatment.
• Assists with the rescue of accident victims utilizing specialized equipment.
• Performs general maintenance work and upkeep on vehicles, apparatus, equipment, and station.
• Participates in continuing training and instruction program by individual study of technical material and attendance at scheduled drills and classes.

Position Qualifications

Knowledge of the principles and techniques of emergency care, including diagnosis, proper treatment and automobile extraction and transportation; knowledge of the reading of electrocardiograms; knowledge of the principles of anatomy, physiology and chemistry in relation to the respiratory and circulatory systems; thorough knowledge of the street system and geography of the County; ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; ability to keep simple records and prepare reports; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, associates and the general public.

Education, Experience and Supplemental Information

High school diploma or GED and experience as an Emergency Medical Technician (Basic, Intermediate, Paramedic) or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must hold valid state or national certification at the level of the position.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Dare County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.

Background Check Statement

Position may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you consideration for employment. Dare County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.