EMT - Basic

Job Summary

Provides critical pre-hospital care to individuals experiencing medical emergencies or injuries. Operates as part of the County's emergency medical services team, responding to calls for aid, administering treatment, and ensuring safe transport to healthcare facilities. This field-based role requires clinical precision, emotional resilience, and consistent readiness to act in high-stakes environments.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

1. Administers emergency medical care in accordance with the EMT Scope of Practice and department protocols.
2. Responds to emergency calls, evaluates patient condition, and provides life-sustaining treatment on-site and during transport.
3. Safely operates emergency vehicles and ensures that all related medical and communications equipment is functional and ready for use.
4. Maintains clean and stocked ambulances, performing routine checks and coordinating minor maintenance or supply restocking needs.
5. Accurately completes required documentation, including patient care reports, charge forms, Medicare paperwork, and release documentation.
6. Participates in public education and outreach programs for schools, civic organizations, and community groups.
7. Communicates promptly with supervisors regarding unusual incidents, equipment failures, or discrepancies.
8. Collaborates with fellow EMTs, medics, and supervisory staff to maintain seamless emergency response coverage through on-call or station-based shifts.
9. Performs general maintenance and support duties at the direction of the Director or Captains.
10. Maintains required certifications and demonstrates ongoing competency through continuing education and skills refreshers.

Key Competencies & Skills

• Critical Thinking: Rapidly assesses emergency scenes and selects appropriate interventions within scope of practice.
• Technical Proficiency: Operates ambulances and life-support equipment efficiently and safely in high-pressure settings.
• Communication: Conveys clear, accurate information in emergency situations to patients, partners, and medical personnel.
• Emotional Resilience: Maintains composure and effectiveness under duress and in potentially traumatic environments.
• Teamwork: Works cooperatively with other EMTs, dispatchers, and health professionals to ensure coordinated care delivery.
• Documentation Accuracy: Completes timely and legally sound documentation of patient care and transport activities.
• Cultural Sensitivity: Provides compassionate and respectful care to individuals from diverse backgrounds.

Required Education & Experience

• Valid Wisconsin Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) license.
• Completion of NIMS ICS 100, 200, 700, and 800 within six (6) months of hire.
• Valid driver’s license.

Preferred Education & Experience

• At least one (1) year of progressive experience in a pre-hospital emergency care environment as an EMT.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

This role requires exposure to outdoor conditions, including extreme weather, hazardous materials, and physically unstable environments. Must be able to lift at least 100 pounds repeatedly throughout the workday. The position entails high physical endurance and mental alertness, with frequent bending, kneeling, and patient handling. Operates in potentially hazardous conditions such as fires, car accidents, infectious disease environments, and high-stress scenes. Driving on wet or slippery roads may be required. On-call status and unpredictable hours may disrupt personal schedules and require rapid mobilization.

Emergency Response Statement

In an effort to provide for continuity of County government and to cope with the problems of the emergency, you may be required to work during a proclaimed state of emergency, consistent with Sec. 323.14, Wis. Stats. and County emergency management plans and programs.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Door County is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

Disclaimer

The above is intended to describe the general content of the requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.