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Lynch EMS

Emergency Medical Technician - EMT

Anaheim, CA · On-site

$16.90 - $21/hr

Providing ambulance stand-by services at sporting events or any other activities; * Provide ... EMT must have interpersonal abilities sufficient to interact with individuals, families, groups ...

Lynch EMS

Emergency Medical Technician - EMT

Anaheim, CA · On-site

$16.90 - $21/hr

Providing ambulance stand-by services at sporting events or any other activities; * Provide ... EMT must have interpersonal abilities sufficient to interact with individuals, families, groups ...

Hall Ambulance

911 EMT

Bakersfield, CA · On-site

$18.25 - $24.25/hr

... sporting events. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: * Arrives to work on time and as scheduled in order to ... EMT Certification from a recognized EMT training program. * Valid & current State of California ...

Hall Ambulance

911 EMT

Bakersfield, CA · On-site

$18.25 - $24.25/hr

... sporting events. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: * Arrives to work on time and as scheduled in order to ... EMT Certification from a recognized EMT training program. * Valid & current State of California ...

Hall Ambulance

911 EMT

Bakersfield, CA · On-site

$18.25 - $24.25/hr

... sporting events. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: * Arrives to work on time and as scheduled in order to ... EMT Certification from a recognized EMT training program. * Valid & current State of California ...

ProTransport-1

EMT - Full-Time or Part-Time

Oakland, CA · On-site

$22.98 - $27.72/hr

EMTs for PT-1 travel to partner facilities, patient homes, and/or events requiring services. In partnership with another EMT or higher qualified clinicians, PT-1 EMTs provide quality care to the ...

Priority OnDemand

EMT

San Bernardino, CA · On-site

$20.84 - $40.84/hr

ROLE SUMMARY Provides stand by emergency medical care and transportation at special event venues ... Accepts responsibility for recertification as an EMT and for other required license's and ...

PRIORITY ONDEMAND

EMT

San Bernardino, CA

$20.84 - $40.84/hr

ROLE SUMMARY Provides stand by emergency medical care and transportation at special event venues ... Accepts responsibility for recertification as an EMT and for other required license's and ...

LIFEwest Ambulance

Emergency Medical Responder

Cotati, CA · On-site

$19.25/hr

Actively enrolled in an EMT program * CPR certified EMR Job Responsibilities: * Operational support - cleaning ambulances, restocking supplies on ambulance * Wheelchair transports * Standby events at ...

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What is an Event EMT?

Event EMTs, or Emergency Medical Technicians at events, are trained medical professionals who provide pre-hospital care and emergency medical services during public gatherings such as concerts, sports games, festivals, and other large events. Their primary responsibility is to respond quickly to medical emergencies, assess patients, provide first aid or basic life support, and coordinate further care if necessary. Event EMTs play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and well-being of attendees by being prepared to handle a variety of medical situations on-site.

What does an Event EMT do?

As an event EMT (emergency medical technician), you have many of the same duties and responsibilities as an EMT who respond to normal emergencies, except that you travel to a site hosting special events to provide emergency medical services as needed. You typically do not transport a patient to a hospital but instead provide first response medical care until transportation arrives. Others in the industry sometimes refer to event EMTs as freelance EMTs because they travel to pre-planned events that might need their services, like sports games, concerts, rallies, fundraisers, award shows, or productions of movies or television shows.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Event EMT?

To thrive as an Event EMT, you need EMT certification, a solid understanding of emergency medical protocols, and current CPR/BLS credentials. Familiarity with portable medical equipment, patient transport devices, and incident reporting systems is typically required. Strong interpersonal skills, quick decision-making, and the ability to remain calm under pressure help you stand out in this role. These skills are crucial for delivering effective emergency care and ensuring attendee safety in dynamic event environments.

What are some common challenges faced by Event EMTs during large public gatherings?

Event EMTs often encounter challenges such as quickly assessing and responding to a wide variety of medical situations in crowded and dynamic environments. They must remain alert and adaptable, as emergencies can arise unexpectedly and require rapid coordination with event staff, security, and other medical professionals. Communication and navigation through large crowds, as well as managing multiple incidents simultaneously, are key aspects of the role. Maintaining composure under pressure and providing reassurance to patients are also essential for successful outcomes.

What is the difference between Event Emt vs Emergency Medical Technician?

AspectEvent EmtEmergency Medical Technician
CertificationsRequires EMT certification, may include event-specific trainingRequires state-certified EMT certification
Work EnvironmentPrimarily at events, festivals, sports gamesAmbulance services, emergency scenes, hospitals
Employer & IndustryEvent management companies, security firmsEMS agencies, hospitals, fire departments

Event EMTs and Emergency Medical Technicians both provide pre-hospital emergency care, but Event EMTs focus on medical support at events and gatherings, while EMTs work in broader emergency settings like ambulances and hospitals. The certifications are similar, but the work environments differ significantly.

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Event EMT San Francisco CrowdRx

Global Medical Response

San Francisco, CA

$22.50/hr

Part-time, Per diem

Re-posted 13 days ago

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6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 59 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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IMMEDIATELY HIRING! 

Event Emergency Medical Technician (Event EMT)  

PART-TIME PER DIEM Opportunity 

Starting at $22.50/hr

Location: San Francisco (747 Howard Street, South Medical Office, San Francisco, CA 94103) 

We're hiring Event Emergency Medical Technicians (Event EMTs) to deliver high-quality patient care and customer service to event guests, venue and event staff.

Responsibilities: 

  • Ensures that event activities are aligned with CrowdRx goals and strategic plan.
  • Deliver on-site BLS level care in accordance with all applicable medical guidelines and protocols.
  • Calmly and professionally responds to calls for emergency medical assistance and public safety issues within assigned venue or event area.
  • Coordinates and arranges emergent and non-emergent transport for patients to higher level of care.
  • Communicate effectively with venue or event staff and other local officials to provide critical information.
  • Utilize medical equipment and procedures as required to provide appropriate and high-quality patient care.
  • Properly generate and submit all required response and patient care documentation.
  • Properly maintain all issued uniforms and response gear and utilize all personal protective equipment.
  • Keep current on all required state certifications / licenses.
  • Monitor and maintain the condition of first aid offices and medical gear, ensuring that all supplies and equipment are in-date and in proper working order.
  • Follow all policies and procedures and ensure compliance with all established report times.
  • Maintain prompt and regular attendance.
  • Communicates public health / safety issues to venue staff and internal management.

MinimumRequired Qualifications: 

  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • California State EMT or Paramedic credential required.
  • Applicable State certification(s)
  • Effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • 1+ years experience as an EMS provider preferred.
  • 911 Experience preferred.
  • Effective customer service skills.
  • A working understanding special event operations and customer service  

Why Choose CrowdRx? CrowdRx is one of Global Medical Response's (GMR) family of solutions. Our GMR teams deliver compassionate, quality medical care, primarily in the areas of emergency and patient relocation services. View the stories on how our employees provide care to the world at www.AtaMomentsNotice.com.

GMR's Core Behaviors-keep care at the center, raise your hand, seek to understand, find a way together and be accountable-unite our teams and set us apart in emergency medical services.

EEO Statement

Global Medical Response and its family of companies are an Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes supporting veterans and providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with a disability.

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Starting compensation: $22.50/hr. Check out our benefits page to learn more about our benefit

Employment Type: OTHER

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Our mission of providing care to the world at a moment's notice is at the heart of everything we do. We are caregivers, first and foremost and we will be there when you need us. With more than 38,000 employees, Global Medical Response teams deliver compassionate, quality medical care, primarily in the areas of emergency and patient relocation services around the world. We provide end-to-end medical transportation as well as fire services, integrated health-care solutions and disaster response.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Greenwood Village, CO, US

Year founded

2018

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