Emergency Medical Technician

An emergency medical technician (EMT) is responsible for providing emergency medical services and administering lifesaving techniques to people who have suffered an injury or have been suddenly stricken ill. EMTs generally work in teams of two and may be employed by hospitals, fire departments, police departments, or private firms. EMTs often work long and erratic hours, in addition to being “on call.” As “first responders” to an accident or emergency scene, they use their extensive abilities in first aid, CPR, and other forms of medical care to stabilize the victim and transfer him or her via ambulance to the nearest hospital or medical center for further treatment.

Emergency medical technicians (EMTs) respond to medical emergencies to provide immediate treatment for ill or injured persons both on the scene and during transport to a medical facility. They function as part of an emergency medical team, and the range of medical services they perform varies according to their level of training and certification. There are approximately 262,100 emergency medical technicians employed in the United States. They are also known as paramedics.

Emergency medical technicians (EMTs) and paramedics respond to emergency calls, performing medical services and transporting patients to medical facilities.Outlook

Paramedics respond to medical emergencies and provide immediate treatment to sick or injured people. Please click on Choices Explorer and do a search for "Paramedic"!

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