# Certified EMT and Paramedic

Provider: [Metropolitan Emergency Medical Service (MEMS)](https://programs.cccareers.org/providers/metropolitan-emergency-medical-service-mems)

- Program type: Not listed
- Branches: All branches
- Format: In person
- Length: 91 - 120 days
- Locations: Little Rock, AR
- Website: https://www.metroems.org
- Contact: Sue Edwards, hr@metroems.org
- Page: https://programs.cccareers.org/programs/metropolitan-emergency-medical-service-mems-certified-emt-and-paramedic-gmxwkr

## Summary

The Emergency Medical Technician provides care to emergency and non-emergency patients and maintains positive working relationship with all customer groups and agencies. An EMT restores and promotes a patient's health by assisting Paramedics in providing life support and transport of sick and injured persons in and out of hospital settings as authorized by established medical protocol or a physician. The EMT operates emergency vehicles and collaborates with emergency medical systems.

## Job description

Knowledge of pre-hospital emergency medical protocols, procedures and treatmentsFamiliarity with the service area and the ability to read a mapAbility to wok effectively with a variety of peopleStrong assessment skills and the ability to respond quicklyAbility to remain calm in stressful situations. Desire to present a professional image and a caring, compassionate manner with all patientsMEMS provides coverage around the clock, seven days per week. Most schedules include 12 or 24 hour shifts with shifts assigned via a bidding procedure.EMT's work outdoors in all kinds of weatherPhysical demand include walking, climbing, kneeling, bending, running and frequent lifting of 110+ pounds. Accurate hearing ability and vision that can be corrected to 20/20 are required. This position is designated as a safety sensitive position for purposes of the Arkansas Medical Marijuana Amendment and is subject to random drug and alcohol screening.

## Locations

- Little Rock, AR, 72201 (near Metropolitan Emergency Medical Services (MEMS))

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