EMT Apprentice

About the Role

The EMT Academy is a paid apprenticeship program. Upon successful completion of the 7-week tuition-free training program and national certification exam, you will become an EMT and begin working within one of the following departments:

• EMTs with EMS: Respond to emergencies, triage scenes, and manage patient care during transport to the Emergency Room.
• EMTs with Ambulance Services: Provide Basic to Advanced Life Support to patients during inter-facility transports.

Key Responsibilities

• Successfully complete the Spartanburg EMS Academy training, including:
• Hospital orientation
• South Carolina Approved EMT program
• BLS training course provided by Spartanburg EMS
• One-on-one orientation with an EMT Instructor for skills assessment and validation
• Orientation on AM and/or PM shifts
• Complete the EMT Course and final exam.
• Take and successfully pass the National Registry of EMTs Exams (Psychomotor and Written).
• Identify areas for improvement and work on self-defined weaknesses.
• Remain committed to unit, department, and division goals.
• Attend continuing education classes as assigned by leadership.
• Adhere to the proper chain of command.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding patient information as required by HIPAA.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• High School Graduate or equivalent.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently.
• Driver's License.
• AHA Basic Life Support provider certification to be acquired during the apprenticeship program.
• National Registry of EMTs Basic EMT certification to be acquired during the apprenticeship program.