Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

Emergency Medical Technician

An EMT, or Emergency Medical Technician, responds to emergency situations by stabilizing patients before taking them to a medical care facility. Their main duties include transporting patients to hospitals, driving emergency vehicles safely and responsibly and quickly responding to calls made by Dispatchers. EMT's can work in a variety of settings but typically work in the Emergency Room hospital area.

Education / Requirements :

• High School education is required along with completion of a state approved formal training program.
• Current EMT certification required
• CEVO ambulance certificate often required
• Valid state driver's license and satisfactory driving record