EMT IFT – Gwinett in Atlanta, Georgia

Overview

Job Overview

AmeriPro EMS is seeking a qualified and dependable Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) to provide Basic Life Support (BLS), emergency medical assistance, and safe patient transportation. In this role, you will assess patients, deliver appropriate prehospital care, support Paramedics during Advanced Life Support (ALS) responses, and help ensure ambulances and medical equipment remain ready for service.

The ideal candidate is compassionate, safety-conscious, and comfortable working in a fast-paced emergency medical services environment. Strong communication, teamwork, and sound decision-making skills are essential to delivering high-quality patient care.

AmeriPro Health offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, ongoing training, career development opportunities, and flexible scheduling options.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess patients and provide BLS interventions, including CPR, oxygen administration, bleeding control, splinting, and vital signs monitoring.
• Assist Paramedics during ALS calls by preparing equipment and completing delegated clinical tasks within the EMT scope of practice.
• Monitor patient conditions during transport and communicate updates to Paramedics and receiving healthcare facilities.
• Complete accurate and timely electronic patient care reports documenting assessments, treatments, and patient interactions.
• Operate ambulances safely when assigned, following company driving policies and applicable traffic regulations.
• Inspect, clean, and restock ambulances and medical equipment to maintain operational readiness.
• Identify and report vehicle, equipment, or supply issues that may affect safe operations.
• Safely operate stretchers, lift and move patients, and secure patients and equipment during transport.
• Participate in required training, continuing education, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with Paramedics, dispatchers, healthcare professionals, and other public safety personnel to support coordinated patient care.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Current state Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification or licensure in good standing.
• Current National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) certification, if required by the state.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR certification.
• Valid state-issued driver’s license.
• Required FEMA certifications: IS-100, IS-200, IS-700, and IS-800.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions, document patient care, and work effectively as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous professional EMT experience.
• Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) and/or International Trauma Life Support (ITLS) training.
• Proficiency with electronic documentation systems and other relevant technology.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with EMS and healthcare teams.

Physical Requirements

This position involves regular physical activity and the ability to perform essential EMS duties, including:

• Frequent standing and walking, with occasional sitting, climbing, and balancing.
• Using hands and arms for patient care, equipment handling, and other operational tasks.
• Frequently lifting or moving up to 180 pounds and occasionally lifting or moving up to 300 pounds with assistance.
• Maintaining the visual abilities needed for patient assessment, equipment operation, and safe ambulance driving.
• Working in physically demanding situations while maintaining patient and crew safety.

Compensation and Benefits

AmeriPro Health offers a competitive benefits package designed to support employees’ health, well-being, and professional development. Benefits may include:

• Competitive compensation.
• Paid time off starting at two weeks, with increases based on tenure.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Short-term disability, life insurance, accident coverage, critical illness coverage, and hospital indemnity benefits.
• Employer-paid basic life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance.
• A $600 employer contribution to a Health Savings Account (HSA) with an eligible high-deductible health plan (HDHP).
• A 401(k) employer match of 50% on the first 6% of eligible compensation.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement for professional development.
• Career advancement opportunities and flexible scheduling options.

Equal Employment Opportunity

AmeriPro Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a workplace free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. The organization supports veterans, provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities, and makes employment decisions in accordance with applicable civil rights laws.