Emergency Medical Technician

Mombasa County is seeking a skilled Emergency Medical Technician to join their emergency response team. This position offers an opportunity to make a life-saving impact in one of Kenya’s busiest metropolitan areas.

Position Overview:

The successful candidate will serve as a crucial frontline emergency healthcare provider, delivering immediate medical care in pre-hospital settings and ensuring safe patient transport.

Required Qualifications:

• – Diploma in Emergency Medical Services, Emergency Medical Technology, or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution

OR

• – Valid certificate in Emergency Medical Technician – Advanced Course or Emergency Medical Services Instructor Course from:
•   – Kenya Red Cross Society or
•   – Kenya Council of Emergency Medical Technicians

Educational Requirements:

• – Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean grade C
• – C+ (plus) in Biology or Chemistry
• – D in English or Kiswahili

OR

• – Valid Emergency Medical Technician – Basic Certificate

Additional Requirements:

• – Valid class BCE driver’s license with Public Service Vehicle authorization
• – Current practicing license from a recognized licensing institution
• – Strong physical fitness and ability to work under pressure
• – Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Key Responsibilities:

1. Emergency Response:

• – Operate Intermediate Life Support units as primary care provider
• – Serve as ambulance operator when required
• – Respond rapidly and efficiently to emergency calls

2. Patient Care:

• – Conduct thorough patient assessments
• – Perform comprehensive history taking
• – Develop and implement emergency care interventions
• – Monitor and reassess patient outcomes
• – Administer authorized medications safely

3. Medical Procedures:

• – Initiate basic intravenous therapies
• – Provide autonomous Basic Life Support interventions
• – Execute supervised Advanced Cardiac Life Support interventions
• – Perform emergency medical procedures within scope of practice

4. Documentation and Records:

• – Maintain detailed Patient Care Reports
• – Ensure accurate and timely documentation of all interventions
• – Keep organized patient records
• – Complete necessary incident reports

5. Case Management:

• – Identify and manage various emergency medical cases
• – Make appropriate patient referrals to medical facilities
• – Coordinate specimen transfer to appropriate facilities
• – Facilitate expert consultations when needed

Working Environment:

• – Fast-paced, high-pressure emergency response setting
• – 24/7 operational environment with shift work
• – Exposure to various weather conditions and environments
• – Regular interaction with multiple healthcare facilities

What to Expect:

• – Dynamic and challenging work environment
• – Opportunity to save lives and make a difference
• – Continuous professional development opportunities
• – Comprehensive training programs
• – Competitive compensation package
• – Team-oriented work culture

Physical Requirements:

• – Ability to lift and carry heavy equipment and patients
• – Extended periods of standing and walking
• – Quick response to emergency situations
• – Manual dexterity for medical procedures

Equal Opportunity Employer: Mombasa County is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates.

Note: Successful candidates must be available for immediate deployment and willing to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.