Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) – Full‑time

About the role

The Emergency Medical Technician will provide prompt pre‑hospital emergency care, assess and stabilise patients, and ensure safe ambulance transport. This full‑time, on‑site position is based at Nairobi West Hospital and supports the wider emergency response team.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver emergency medical care and life‑support interventions on scene and during transport.
• Assess patients, perform stabilisation, and document accurate emergency records.
• Maintain and check emergency equipment and ambulance readiness.
• Collaborate with hospital staff and other emergency responders to ensure patient‑centred care.

Required profile

• Certificate or Diploma in Emergency Medical Technology (EMT) or related field.
• Valid professional registration/licensure with the Kenyan regulatory authority.
• Minimum two (2) years of experience in emergency medical services or ambulance care.
• Valid driving licence suitable for operating emergency vehicles.

Required skills

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• Pre‑Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) or International Trauma Life Support (TLS) – preferred.
• Ability to operate emergency medical equipment and ambulance vehicles safely.