Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
Company: Sierra LifeStar
Location: Tulare
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Minimum Qualifications At least eighteen (18) years of age. High
School Diploma or equivalent supplemented by college level course
work. EMT Certification from a recognized EMT training program and
EMT Certification from the County of Tulare EMS. Although not
entirely necessary, would prefer at lease one (1) year of
experience in the field of pre-hospital EMS. Must be insurable by
the District’s driver’s insurance provider. Primary Function
Primary function for the EMT is the driving of emergency vehicles,
both basic and advanced life-support. In addition, under general
supervision, accesses injuries, administers emergency medical care,
and extricates trapped individuals. Provides emergency rescue and
care to the ill and injured to include assessment of illness and/or
injury, management of illness/injury, preparation for transport,
transfer of information and compassionate patient care. Principle
Duties and Responsibilities Administers first-aid treatment and
life-support care to sick or injured persons in pre-hospital
settings. Operates equipment such as EKG’s, external defibrillators
and bag-valve resuscitators in advanced life-support environments.
Performs or assists in the initial assessment and management of
illness or injury to emergency patients in accordance with
specified protocols and procedures. Assesses nature and extent of
illness or injury to establish and prioritize medical procedures.
Maintains vehicles and medical and communication equipment and
replenishes first-aid equipment and supplies. Observes, records,
and reports to physician the patient’s condition or injury, the
treatment provided and reactions to drugs and treatment.
Coordinates work with other emergency medical team members and
police and fire department personnel. Communicates with dispatchers
and treatment center personnel to provide information about
situation, to arrange reception of patients, and to receive
instructions for further treatment. Prepares or assists in the
preparation of patients for transport, insuring compliance with
emergency medical transport regulations, protocols, and procedures.
Leads, guides and/or assists in the training of lower level
technicians and/or students as specifically assigned. Follows
established departmental policies, procedures and objectives,
continuous quality improvement objectives, and safety,
environmental and/or infection control standards. Inspects
emergency medical equipment to insure serviceability and compliance
with safety and infection control regulations and standards.
Completes and transfers patient care information and records as per
established procedures. Comforts and reassures patients and
patients’ family members. Drives emergency vehicles in stressful
situations. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required Ability to maintain
quality, safety, and/or infection control standards. Knowledge of
and skill in the application of basic on-site emergency medical
protocol and procedures. Must possess knowledge for records
maintenance. Knowledge of the use of emergency medical transport
procedures, facilities, and equipment. Ability to react calmly and
effectively in emergency situations. Knowledge of related
accreditation and certification requirements. Ability to perform
standardized emergency patient care activities within established
protocols. Ability to provide guidance and support to other EMT
staff and/or students. Knowledge of emergency medical equipment
maintenance regulations and policy standards. License and
Certification Requirements Valid and current Tulare County
Licensure as an Emergency Medical Technician. Valid and current
Ambulance Driver Certification. Valid maintenance and periodic
renewal of Medical Examiners Certificate. Annual TB clearance.
Valid and current Class C California Drivers License. In good
standing with State and County EMSA. Valid and current CPR
card.
Keywords: Sierra LifeStar, Tulare , Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Healthcare , Tulare, California
