EMT Daily Responsibilities: Emergency Response, Patient Care, and Documentation

Core Daily Activities

1. Emergency Response: Answer 911 calls; rapid scene assessment.
2. Medical Care: CPR, oxygen, bleeding control, splinting, pain management.
3. Patient Transport: Safe conveyance to hospital with ongoing care.
4. Patient Assessment: Vitals, consciousness, history; relay to hospital.
5. Documentation: Accurate patient care reports (PCRs) for continuity/legal.
6. Medical Communication: Radio/phone reports to ED; receive orders.
7. Vehicle Operations: Drive/maintain ambulance; safety compliance.
8. Continuing Education: Protocol updates, skill refreshers, certifications.
9. Community Outreach: CPR/first aid training, injury prevention.
10. Administrative Duties: Scheduling, records, interagency coordination.

Specific tasks vary by agency protocols and certification level (EMT-B vs. EMT-P).