EMT Academy Student

Job Description

EMT Academy

"Earn While You Learn"

AMR & Lifeguard Ambulance Service in East Tennessee is offering a unique opportunity to earn a paycheck while learning how to be an EMT.

What is an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)?

The primary focus of the EMT is to provide basic emergency medical care and transportation for emergent and non-emergent patients who access the emergency medical system. This individual possesses the basic knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care and transportation, and functions as part of a comprehensive EMS response under medical oversight. An EMT performs interventions with the basic equipment typically found on an ambulance and is a link from the scene to the health care system.

About the Program:

The Academy is a rigorous six-week program which qualifies the employee(s) to take the National Registry of EMT exam, then become licensed as a State of Tennessee EMT-Basic. There is no cost for the class and all books, tuition, fees and uniforms will be paid for on behalf of the student. Upon successful completion of the class, all tests and state licensure, the employee will be transferred to an EMT position at Knox County EMS.

The right candidates must:

Be at least 18 years old
• Have proof of a HS diploma or GED


• Have the ability to meet all health standards of the education program enrolled in, including immunization status and health screenings


• Successfully complete the pre-employment screening which includes motor vehicle and criminal background checks, drug testing, academic/cognitive screening (Fisdap), and a physical agility test


• Must possess a valid state driver's license

What happens after passing the course?

After successful completion of the course, the employee will be eligible to take a written and skills test through the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT). Once certified by the NREMT, the employee will then submit the required documentation to the state to obtain their Georgia EMT license.

Upon receipt of the state EMT license, employees will choose their full-time shift and complete new employee training. They will also qualify for benefits including:

• Excellent benefit package including medical, dental, life, vision, disability and 401(k) plan with company match


• Paid Time Off (PTO) hours - Over 2 weeks off within your first year!


• Opportunities for professional growth


• Response to nationwide disasters


• and much more!

Academy Start Date - October 19, 2021

Application Deadline - September 26, 2021

Post License Working Operation

AMR - Knox County

AMR - Blount County

Lifeguard Ambulance Service - Knox County

EEO Statement

Global Medical Response and its family of companies are an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Disabled