Emergency Medical Technician/First Responder (PRN)

Job title: Emergency Medical Technician/First Responder (PRN)

About the Role EMT/First Responder (PRN) responsible for on-site safety monitoring and immediate BLS response during United States Postal Inspection Service Physical Fitness Exams. Based at testing locations, this role ensures rapid assessment, first aid, and coordination with medical oversight to maintain applicant safety.

What You'll Do

• Set Up and Break Down: Prepare and dismantle testing environments to ensure a safe and efficient operation.
• Health Monitoring: Monitor applicant health status during testing activities, responding promptly to any medical incidents that arise.
• Medical Care: Assess and monitor participants for signs of distress or injury, provide first aid and basic emergency care (e.g., CPR, bleeding control, splinting), request onsite support if needed and provide care until arrival.
• First Aid Kit Maintenance: Regularly check and maintain the readiness of the first aid kit, ensuring all supplies are stocked and up to date.
• Incident Documentation: Document all medical incidents thoroughly and coordinate follow-up actions with the program’s medical oversight team to ensure comprehensive care and reporting.
• Safety Implementation: Assist in implementing preventative measures and conducting safety checks before and during testing to minimize risks and enhance applicant safety.
• Scheduling & Travel: Sessions are three-hour blocks; EMT typically works three hours per event. Travel requirements 0-10%.

What We're Looking For

• Current state EMT-B certification is required.
• 1–2 years of field experience responding to medical events in fitness, athletic, or occupational environments.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.
• Knowledge Base: Strong knowledge of injury prevention, physical exertion risks, and relevant treatment protocols.
• Interpersonal Skills: Ability to maintain a calm demeanor and demonstrate strong decision-making skills under pressure.
• Must have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986.

Compensation & Benefits

• Total hourly pay: $35.87 per hour for up to 40 hours per week (base hourly rate $30.78 plus $5.09 per hour Health & Welfare as required by SCLS).
• 401K with company match.
• The above range represents the company’s good-faith and reasonable estimate of compensation at the time of posting.