Emergency Medical Technician Job Description
The following is a full job description for Emergency Medical Technician. Here are the requirements and responsibilities for Emergency Medical Technician along with statistics. If after reading this page you determine that Emergency Medical Technician is not the position you are looking for, you may want to try one of these similar titles: Flight Medic, Emergency Response Planning Specialist, Emergency Room Technician, Medical Writer III, Medical Transport Pilot, Medical Lab Technician II, Medical Lab Technician I, Emergency Services Coordinator, Medical Device Lab Technician
Requirements and Responsibilities For 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. Communicates with the medical care facility receiving the patient about the patient's condition, status, and arrival time. May require registry in NREMT. Requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Requires Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR). Requires Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - Basic. Typically reports to a supervisor. Works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. Typically requires 1-3 years of related experience.
 
Also referred to as: Certified Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), EMT
Similar Jobs:  Flight Medic, Emergency Response Planning Specialist, Emergency Room Technician, Medical Writer III, Medical Transport Pilot, Medical Lab Technician II, Medical Lab Technician I, Emergency Services Coordinator, Medical Device Lab Technician
Level of Education:  Emergency Medical Technician Salaries with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate, Emergency Medical Technician Salaries with an Associate's Degree, Emergency Medical Technician Salaries with a Bachelor's Degree, Emergency Medical Technician Salaries with a Master's Degree or MBA, Emergency Medical Technician Salaries with a JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent
Industries:  Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit, Healthcare
Job Statistics
Years of Experience Education Level
0-12-55-1010-1515+
No diplomaHigh SchoolAssociate's/CertificateBachelor'sMaster'sDoctorate
Company Size Industry
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HealthcareEdu., Gov't. & Nonprofit0%20%40%60%80%100%
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