Ford Group of Hospitals
Urgently Required
ER Medical Technicians (EMTs)
Experience : 1 to 5 years
No of vacancies : 1
Job Description: Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) and Paramedics are essential frontline responders who provide urgent medical care and transportation for patients in emergency situations. EMTs and Paramedics are trained to respond quickly to emergency calls, perform medical services to save lives, and transport patients safely to medical facilities. Their roles are critical in the pre-hospital emergency care environment, often making the difference between life and death in the first critical minutes of acute medical emergencies, trauma situations, and accidents.
Key Responsibilities: Emergency Response: Respond to emergency calls swiftly, assess the patient’s condition, and determine a course of action.
Patient Care: Provide pre-hospital emergency care, including administering oxygen, performing CPR, managing bleeding, treating for shock, and immobilizing fractures.
Advanced Medical Procedures: Paramedics perform more advanced procedures than EMTs, such as administering medications, intravenous fluids, and other advanced airway management techniques.
Transportation: Safely transport patients to medical facilities, while continuing to provide necessary medical care en route.
Communication: Communicate effectively with dispatchers, police, firefighters, hospital staff, and other emergency professionals to ensure a coordinated response.
Equipment and Inventory: Manage and maintain emergency vehicles and equipment, ensuring they are ready for immediate use.
Documentation: Complete detailed reports on patient condition, treatment provided, and response actions for hospital staff and legal documentation.
Education Qualifications: Education: EMTs typically complete a post-secondary educational program (ranging from 6 months to 2 years), while Paramedics undergo more extensive training, often requiring an associate’s degree.
Certification: Both EMTs and Paramedics must pass a national exam to become certified. Additional certifications in CPR, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) may be required.
State Licensure: Licensure requirements vary by state but generally include passing the national certification exam and completing continuing education.
Key Attributes: Quick Decision-Making: Ability to make fast, accurate assessments and decisions in high-pressure situations.
Physical Stamina: Capable of performing physically demanding work, including lifting and moving patients.
Emotional Resilience: Strong emotional stability to cope with stressful and traumatic situations.
Teamwork and Communication: Excellent teamwork and communication skills to work effectively with other emergency responders and healthcare professionals.
Compassion: Demonstrates empathy and a genuine desire to help patients in distress.
About the Role: EMTs and Paramedics play a crucial role in the healthcare ecosystem by providing the first line of medical care in emergency situations. They act as a bridge between the scene of an incident and the healthcare facility, offering critical care that sustains life and prevents further harm until advanced medical treatment can be provided. Their work supports the seamless continuity of care from emergency scenes to hospital settings, ensuring patients receive timely and effective treatment. EMTs and Paramedics are integral to the emergency medical services system, working closely with other healthcare professionals to maintain the health and safety of the community.