This posting is for candidates who are seeking to be certified as EMT.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY:

Do you want to use your passion for helping others in your community? Do you want to work for a progressive organization that wants you to grow with it? Would you like to earn while you learn? We can teach you to be an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) while receiving the salary and benefits of a full-time career.

The EMT truly makes a difference in lives of our patients. The EMT is an integral part of the prehospital healthcare field providing care for sick or injured patients in an emergency medical setting. People’s lives often depend on the quick reaction and competent care provided by the EMT. Becoming an EMT is a great stepping to becoming a paramedic. After a student certifies as an EMT, many will go on to our own Paramedic Academy. From there, there are many career opportunities within Guilford County Emergency Services.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

Emergency Medical Technicians provide out of hospital emergency medical care and transportation for critical and emergent patients who access the emergency medical services (EMS) system. EMTs have the basic knowledge and skills necessary to stabilize and safely transport patients ranging from non-emergency and routine medical transports to life threatening emergencies. Emergency Medical Technicians function as part of a comprehensive EMS response system, under medical oversight. Emergency Medical Technicians perform interventions with the basic equipment typically found on an ambulance. Emergency Medical Technicians are a critical link between the scene of an emergency and the health care system.

Position Title: EMT Trainee Pool 2022

Department: Emergency Services – Greensboro & High Point

Position: Emergency Medical Technician

Entry Salary: EMT (Full-time ONLY - $39,707)

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

EMT Trainee Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Must be a high school graduate or have GED
• Must have the ability to obtain a NC EMT credential
• Must maintain a current valid DMV operator's license.
• Must be able to pass placement testing for post-secondary educational levels.

Pre-Hire Requirements: EMT Trainees are subject to the following:

• Official Transcript (High School or College) *Will be requested at the time of hire
• Physical Agility Testing
• Online Personal History Questionnaire
• Drug Screen
• National Background Check
• Driving Record Check
• Physical Assessment
• Psychological Assessment
• Reference Checks

The Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program is intended to encourage individuals to enter and continue to work full-time in public service jobs. If you have student loans and you are selected for full-time employment with Guilford County EMS, you may qualify for forgiveness of the remaining balance due on your William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan (Direct Loan) Program loans after you have made 120 qualifying payments on those loans while employed full-time by certain public service employers. Click the link below for more information. https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

If you have any questions in reference to the above, please contact the EMS Recruiter at 336-641-3354.

TRANSCRIPTS ARE REQUIRED.
Copy of transcript can be submitted with application but not required.

Official college or high school transcripts required at time of hire.

Driving is Essential
Driving is an essential requirement of this position whether driving a County owned or personal vehicle to conduct county business. Motor Vehicle Reports may be verified for valid driver's license and that the driving record is compatible with the county's driving criteria. If a personal vehicle is operated for county business proper insurance is maintained as per Guilford County's vehicle use policy.