Emergency Medical Technician

Job Title: Emergency Medical Technician

Department: Operations

Reports To: Field Supervisor(M1)

Date Revised: 10/01/2025

Summary:

An EMT is accountable for responding to all assigned calls in the most appropriate and efficient manner, providing the highest standard of patient care within the scope of practice and standing orders.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assess and treat patients using appropriate techniques, equipment, and clinical judgment, while adhering to established protocols and maintaining the highest standard of care within the EMT's scope of practice.
• Operate emergency vehicles safely and within regulations.
• Document activities regarding patient care and billing completely and accurately to ensure appropriate information is available regarding each call
• Communicate effectively with dispatchers, healthcare professionals, and other emergency personnel.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA regulations.
• Attend and complete all required continuing education (CE) or training assignments on a monthly basis

Non-Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Participate in community outreach programs and public education events

• Performs other such duties as may be required.
• Assist in the training and orientation of new hires or students.
• Serve as a liaison for special events requiring standby EMS coverage.

Education and Certification Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Current EMT certification(state and/or national)
• Valid Driver’s Licensewith an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) in accordance with TRAA policy.
• Current CPR Certification(AHA or equivalent)

Desired Qualifications:

• IN State EMT license
• Past work experience in high volume EMS system
• Familiarity with navigation in the City of Fort Wayne
• Experience with Logis and/or HealthEMS

Physical Requirements :

• Must be able to successfully pass Physical Agility Test
• Able to frequently lift and/or carry weights exceeding 100 pounds.

Working Environment:

• Works outdoors and indoors with occasional exposure to hazardous conditions and to blood/body fluids
• Performs duties and responsibilities within confined and mobile spaces