ADVANCED EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN

1 month ago


TN United States Davidson County-Metro Nashville (TN) Full time
Position Description

This position is located with the Nashville Fire Department (NFD) and assists with administering emergency medical care to injured and the critically ill in an emergency environment or while transporting them to a proper medical facility as a member of an emergency medical team.

* If you have applied for the Advanced Emergency Medical Technician position within the last 2 years, you DO NOT need to reapply.*

Typical Duties

* Responds to incidents requiring emergency medical care.
* Determines the nature and extent of injury or illness.
* Establishes priority for required emergency care as outlined in state regulations.
* Renders emergency care.
* Lifts and moves patients as necessary for treatment and transportation to medical facilities.
* Operates emergency medical apparatus and equipment.
* Records patient information and vital signs.
* Establishes radio communications with hospital emergency department personnel or on-line medical control.
* Accompanies patient during transport while continuing to monitor and provide care for patient.
* Maintains inventory of medical equipment and supplies; ensures equipment is working properly.
* Keeps vehicle clean and in efficient operating condition.
* Participates in on-going training to improve knowledge and skills.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent and State of Tennessee license as an Advanced Emergency Medical Technician. Must meet National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) medical standards. Must be twenty-one (21) years of age prior to employment.

LICENSES REQUIRED

* Valid Driver License
* Licensed by the State of Tennessee as an Advanced Emergency Medical Technician

FAILURE TO MAINTAIN VALID ADVANCED EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN(AEMT) LICENSE WILL RESULT IN TERMINATION.

Candidates with accreditations earned in a foreign institute are encouraged to apply.

Note: Per Metro Ordinance No. SO94-1078. All employees of the Metropolitan Government shall be residents of the State of Tennessee or become residents of the state within six (6) months of employment as a prerequisite to employment with the Metropolitan Government.

Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

* Thorough knowledge of the rules and regulations of the Tennessee Department of Health, EMS Division
* Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of emergency medical care
* Thorough knowledge of advanced medical procedures and specialized ambulance equipment
* Thorough knowledge of emergency medical treatment techniques
* Knowledge of local streets and hospital locations
* Knowledge of emergency communications codes and procedures
* Skill in driving an emergency vehicle
* Ability to operate all emergency medical and related equipment
* Ability to diagnose injuries and apply proper medical treatment
* Ability to serve in a lead/senior capacity over work activities
* Ability to make quick accurate decisions concerning human life
* Ability to use emergency physical tasks involved in providing emergency medical care
* Ability to use emergency medical and rescue equipment two-way radio

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.

Metro Nashville Government respects the religious beliefs and practices of all employees and will make, on request, an accommodation for such observances when a reasonable accommodation is available that does not create an undue hardship on business operations.

Requests for ADA accommodation for the recruitment process should be directed to Human Resources at 615-862-6640.

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