Emergency Medical Technician - Basic

NMC Healthcare is one of the largest private healthcare networks in the United Arab Emirates, and the third largest in Oman. Since 1975, it has provided high quality, personalised, and compassionate care to its patients and is proud to have earned the trust of millions of people in the UAE and around the world.

NMC’s network is made up of 85 medical facilities, including JCI-accredited, multi-specialty hospitals, medical centres, community clinics, day surgery centres, fertility clinics, home health services, and long-term care facilities throughout the UAE. It employs over 12,000 people and serves over 5.5 million patients every year. The NMC Healthcare group also includes the ProVita International Medical Centre, CosmeSurge, and Fakih IVF Fertility Centre brands. NMC’s Fakih IVF is ranked as one of the leading in-vitro fertilization service providers worldwide.

Job Summary:

Emergency Medical Technicians are first responders who assess medical emergencies, provide immediate care, and transport patients to medical facilities. They operate under protocols to stabilize patients, offering treatments like CPR, wound management, administering oxygen, and assisting with childbirth. EMTs work closely with paramedics, hospitals, and other emergency services to ensure patients receive appropriate care.

Responsibilities:

• Emergency Response: Respond to emergency calls, drive to the scene, and provide basic life support (BLS) such as CPR, AED use, ventilation, and preventing shock or severe bleeding.
• Patient Assessment: Evaluate the extent of injuries or illness, including performing ECGs, and administer treatments like oxygen, oral glucose, and epinephrine for anaphylaxis.
• Patient Transport: Monitor and reassess the patient during transport to the hospital, ensuring care is provided as directed by medical control.
• Vehicle & Equipment Maintenance: Ensure the ambulance and medical equipment are operational, clean, and properly stocked with necessary supplies.
• Collaboration: Work with paramedics, hospitals, police, fire departments, and other personnel to deliver emergency medical services.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of patient care, complete reports, and ensure compliance with medical, safety, and infection control regulations.
• Training & Compliance: Attend training programs, follow protocols, and operate within the defined scope of care by state and local regulations.

Qualifications:

• A graduate of internationally recognized EMT – Basic course or equivalent with minimum 4 weeks duration and valid BLS Certification.
• At least two (2) years of experience.
• Currently licensed in country of origin and with DOH license to practice in Abu Dhabi, UAE.
• Fluent in spoken & written English, Arabic language is desirable, but not essential