Emergency Medical Technician

Emergency Medical Technician

Duties and Responsibilities:

   Emergency medical technicians most important responsibility is to take care of the medical needs of the sick or the injured. They also take vital signs, move patients properly, and maintain composure. EMT’s also take the SAMPLE history:

• ·         S – Signs and Symptoms
• ·         A – Allergies
• ·         M – Medications
• ·         P – Pertinent past medical history
• ·         L – Last oral intake
• ·         E – Events leading to injury/illness

Average Salary: $23,830- $40,421

Educational Requirements:

   They must have a high school diploma (or a GED in some areas). To be certified as a EMT you will be required by your local EMS agency to undergo background check. You must have at least 120 hours of on-hand skills training.                                 

CHOOSE THE RIGHT!!!

I would not like to be an emergency medical technician because it is in their hands when they are driving someone to the hospital whether that life makes it there or not. This medical field doesn't match the one of my choice.