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EMT

Plaquemines Parish


Job Location:

Plaquemines Parish, LA - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 15 - 15
Posted: 24 October 2026 (18 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 21 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

PURPOSE: To establish an Employment Register to fill Six (6) current vacancies in the Ambulance Department and future vacancies as they occur.

SUMMARY OF JOB: Under general supervision performs rescue and emergency medical care functions. Work involves standing ready to respond twenty-four hours a day to emergency calls within a short period of time which includes but is not limited to responding to emergency assignment; performing duties as outlined by Emergency Medical Technician Basic certification; driving and maneuvering emergency vehicles; remaining vigilant in regards to scene assessment and safety; requesting routing and coordinating resources; managing emergency scenes and communication; performing inventory stocking and cleaning of equipment/unit; performing documentation; staffing the emergency center; etc. Reports to the EMS Manager and performs all tasks assigned.


Qualifications

MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED FOR ADMISSION TO EXAMINATION Requires a high school diploma or GED equivalent supplemented by successful completion of National and/or State of Louisiana Registry of Emergency Medical Technician Certification as an EMT; current Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification established by the American Heart Association and Basic Life possess and provide certifications and a valid Class D drivers license with have a clean driving records and pass a criminal background check. Must be honest and exhibit good moral/ethical physical condition including back vision and a copy of your valid Drivers License and certifications with application

Special Requirements

KIND OF EXAMINATION (ENTRANCE AND PROMOTIONAL)This examination may consist of a written test a rating of training and experience an oral panel interview or any combination thereof. Applicant must submit accurate detailed application forms providing all requested information including descriptions of work experience names and addresses of previous employers and dates employed. Qualified applicants will be notified of the time date place of any assembled test(s) which may be given.

Miscellaneous Information

Applications can be downloaded at: Application Availability 333 F. Edward Hebert Blvd. Submit applications through one of the following: Bldg. 100 Suite 225Email to: Belle Chasse LA 70037Fax: In Person or Mail: use the Application Availability addressAN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERAN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER * All applications submitted must include MONTH AND YEAR of work history and dates of education in order to be considered. Omitted INCOMPLETE false or misleading information may cause your application to be REJECTED