Emergency Medical Technician jobs in District of Columbia

Emergency Medical Technician responds to emergency calls for medical assistance, assesses the situation, obtains a basic medical history and physical examination of the patient, and provides emergency care at the scene and during transit to the hospital. Utilizes necessary medical equipment to treat the patient and ascertains the extent of their injuries or illness. Being an Emergency Medical Technician communicates with the medical care facility receiving the patient about the patient's condition, status, and arrival time. May require registry in NREMT. Additionally, Emergency Medical Technician requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Requires Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR). Requires Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - Basic. Typically reports to a supervisor. The Emergency Medical Technician works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be an Emergency Medical Technician typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Emergency Medical Technician - Driver: EMT EVO
  • WLRC Medical
  • Washington, DC FULL_TIME
  • Description

    Our benefits package includes:

    • Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
    • Life, Short/Long Term Disability, Accident and Critical Illness Insurances
    • Paid Vacation and Sick Time
    • Premium pay for holidays
    • 401(K) with employer match
    • Tuition Assistance to obtain your Paramedic certification/license
    • Updated free uniforms

    Under the supervision of the Butler Medical Transport/ Best Care Ambulance Leadership team the EMT EVO is an integral part of the EMS team, providing support to the ALS partner and a superior transport experience to the communities we serve. The EMT will respond to emergent and nonemergent medical transports and are responsible for assessing patients' conditions, administering basic life support, and transporting patients to medical facilities for further treatment. EMTs are an integral part of the healthcare system, provide critical care during emergencies and making a significant impact on patient‘s lives. The role of the EMT demands quick thinking, compassion, and the ability to work as part of a team to deliver timely and effective pre-hospital care.


    The Role and Responsibilities of the EMT EVO include:

    • Provide excellent patient care within the scope of practice of an EMT
    • Provide safe transport of the patient and crew
    • Respond to emergent and non-emergent transports 
    • Provides effective communication with patients, dispatch, crews, family members, and facility staff
    • Ability operation communication devices; portable radio, cell phone, computer tablet
    • Completion of patient contact reports prior to shift completion
    • Ensure maintenance of vehicles and equipment for transport readiness
    • Maintain cleanliness of station 
    • Maintain certifications with timely completion of refresher courses and CMEs
    • Remain current on all state protocols, policies, and/or procedures 
    • Represent BMT/BCA at community events as assigned 


    Requirements

    QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

    • Graduation From High School or equivalent
    • 19 years old at time of hire for insurance purposes
    • Successful completion of NREMT certification
    • Current NREMT and State EMT (or ability to obtain with in 10 days of hire)
    • Valid driver’s license
    • Ability to drive company vehicles with a clean driving record
    • Successful completion of a state sponsored EVOC course or ability to obtain in 90 days
    • Current AHA BLS CPR or ability to obtain within 10 days of hire
    • Ability to provide quality patient care within scope of practice
    • Knowledge of all state protocols for an EMT
    • Ability to pass a lift test of 150 – 200 pounds
    • Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test
    • Ability to pass a pre-employment background check
    • Ability to speak and write English 

    PREFERRED SKILLS

    • Excellent customer service skills
    • Knowledge of medical terminology and writing patient care reports
    • Problem solving
    • Ability to remain calm under pressure
    • Previous EMS experience 
  • 4 Days Ago

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Emergency Medical Technician
  • DispatchHealth Management
  • Washington, DC FULL_TIME
  • How You'll Make an Impact DispatchHealth is actively hiring Medical Technicians to join our growing clinical team servicing the Washington DC area. We are looking for energetic, hard-working individua...
  • 27 Days Ago

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Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Instructor
  • Academi
  • Washington, DC FULL_TIME
  • POSITION SUMMARY The Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Instructor provides instructional services to meet the Coast Guard's unique needs. The instructor will provide expert skills and knowledge to de...
  • 9 Days Ago

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Supervisory Heavy Mobile Equipment Operator (Performance Improvement Officer)
  • Fire & Emergency Medical Svs
  • Washington, DC FULL_TIME
  • This position is located in the District of Columbia Government, Fire and Emergency Medical Services Department (FEMS), Fleet Maintenance Division, Apparatus Unit. The mission of the District of Colum...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Human Resources Specialist
  • Fire & Emergency Medical Svs
  • Washington, DC FULL_TIME
  • This position is located in the District of Columbia Fire and Emergency Medical Services Department (DCFEMS), Human Resources Division. Incumbent serves as a member of the HR team serving an agency of...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Patient Care Technician - Emergency Medicine and Trauma Center
  • Children's National Medical Center
  • Washington, DC FULL_TIME
  • Description In collaboration with the multidisciplinary health care delivery team, under the direction of the Registered Nurse perform basic nursing care activities, assist in maintaining a safe, clea...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Emergency Medical Technician
  • Maxim Healthcare Staffing
  • Monee, IL
  • Position Description: Administers First Aid to injured or ill employees, proactively analyze tasks for potential safety ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Emergency Medical Technician
  • Berkeley County, SC
  • Moncks Corner, SC
  • Salary : $42,521.56 - $53,912.06 Annually Location : 223 North Live Oak Drive, Moncks Corner Job Type: Full Time Job Num...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Emergency Medical Technician
  • Geisinger
  • Catawissa, PA
  • Job Title: Emergency Medical Technician Location: Berwick, Pennsylvania Job Category: Patient Support, Nursing and Nursi...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Emergency Medical Technician
  • Geisinger
  • Dallas, PA
  • Job Title: Emergency Medical Technician Location: Berwick, Pennsylvania Job Category: Patient Support, Nursing and Nursi...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Emergency Medical Technician
  • Geisinger
  • Wilkes Barre, PA
  • Job Title: Emergency Medical Technician Location: Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania Job Category: Patient Support, Nursing and ...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Emergency Medical Technician
  • ALL NET MEDICAL TRANSPORT
  • Voorhees Township, NJ
  • Job Description Job Description Responsibilities: Preparing patients for examination and treatment in a medical office s...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Emergency Medical Technician
  • WakeMed
  • Raleigh, NC
  • About WakeMed: Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services i...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Emergency Medical Technician
  • NewYork-Presbyterian
  • New York, NY
  • Location New York, New York Shift: Rotating (United States of America) Description: World-Renowned Emergency Response: E...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

Washington, D.C. is located in the mid-Atlantic region of the U.S. East Coast. Due to the District of Columbia retrocession, the city has a total area of 68.34 square miles (177.0 km2), of which 61.05 square miles (158.1 km2) is land and 7.29 square miles (18.9 km2) (10.67%) is water. The District is bordered by Montgomery County, Maryland to the northwest; Prince George's County, Maryland to the east; Arlington County, Virginia to the south; and Alexandria, Virginia to the west. The south bank of the Potomac River forms the District's border with Virginia and has two major tributaries: the An...
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Income Estimation for Emergency Medical Technician jobs
$37,452 to $47,389

Emergency Medical Technician in Winston Salem, NC
Forty-six of the fifty states, however, use the exams produced by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT), which uses the criteria set out by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
February 13, 2020
Emergency Medical Technician in Shreveport, LA
To become an EMT, there are many hurdles that one has to deal with.
October 01, 2019
Emergency Medical Technician in Virginia Beach, VA
In the United States, most paramedics (and E.M.T.s) are certified, not licensed, by a state EMS (Emergency Medical Service) agency.
October 18, 2019