Position Description
This position is located with the Nashville Fire Department (NFD) and assists with administering emergency medical care to injured and the critically ill in an emergency environment or while transporting them to a proper medical facility as a member of an emergency medical team.
***If you have applied for the Advanced Emergency Medical Technician position within the last 2 years, you DO NOT need to reapply.***
Typical Duties
Responds to incidents requiring emergency medical care.
Determines the nature and extent of injury or illness.
Establishes priority for required emergency care as outlined in state regulations.
Renders emergency care.
Lifts and moves patients as necessary for treatment and transportation to medical facilities.
Operates emergency medical apparatus and equipment.
Records patient information and vital signs.
Establishes radio communications with hospital emergency department personnel or on-line medical control.
Accompanies patient during transport while continuing to monitor and provide care for patient.
Maintains inventory of medical equipment and supplies; ensures equipment is working properly.
Keeps vehicle clean and in efficient operating condition.
Participates in on-going training to improve knowledge and skills.
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent and State of Tennessee license as an Advanced Emergency Medical Technician. Must meet National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) medical standards. Must be twenty-one (21) years of age prior to employment.
LICENSES REQUIRED
Valid Driver License
Licensed by the State of Tennessee as an Advanced Emergency Medical Technician
FAILURE TO MAINTAIN VALID ADVANCED EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN (AEMT) LICENSE WILL RESULT IN TERMINATION.
Candidates with accreditations earned in a foreign institute are encouraged to apply.
Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Thorough knowledge of the rules and regulations of the Tennessee Department of Health, EMS Division
Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of emergency medical care
Thorough knowledge of advanced medical procedures and specialized ambulance equipment
Thorough knowledge of emergency medical treatment techniques
Knowledge of local streets and hospital locations
Knowledge of emergency communications codes and procedures
Skill in driving an emergency vehicle
Ability to operate all emergency medical and related equipment
Ability to diagnose injuries and apply proper medical treatment
Ability to serve in a lead/senior capacity over work activities
Ability to make quick accurate decisions concerning human life
Ability to use emergency physical tasks involved in providing emergency medical care
Ability to use emergency medical and rescue equipment two-way radio
We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.
Metro Nashville Government respects the religious beliefs and practices of all employees and will make, on request, an accommodation for such observances when a reasonable accommodation is available that does not create an undue hardship on business operations.
Requests for ADA accommodation for the recruitment process should be directed to Human Resources at 615-862-6640.