Monday, Sept. 23, is the deadline for applications for a paid three-week emergency medical responder training academy at Gold Cross EMS.
The training is part of the organization’s effort to continue combatting the nation-wide shortage of emergency medical personnel. The training academy begins Monday, Oct. 21, at the company’s headquarters, 4328 Wheeler Rd, Martinez, according to a news release,
The academy will provide quality training to anyone interested in becoming an EMR for Gold Cross EMS. Full-time employment with benefits, including health insurance, start on the first day of class. While enrolled, trainees will complete a 40-hour work week and take all necessary coursework to prepare for the national examination. Uniforms, textbooks and equipment will be provided for all accepted students.
“With the success we have experience with our previous classes, we decided to do yet another class and offer this great life changing career opportunity again to our community.” said Gold Cross President and CEO Vince Brogdon, in the release. “Here at Gold Cross EMS – we have always prided ourselves on being a locally owned and operated company – that gives back to our community. This EMR class is open to anyone in this community – looking to become a first responder in this community – and will allow people from this community – to work for a local company that takes care of- this community.”
Upon certification, graduates will receive an immediate wage increase and will then qualify for other incentives and promotions offered by the company. They also become immediately eligible to receive the company’s competitive benefits, to include: paid-time-off, health, dental and vision benefits; life insurance, and employer-matched 401K. They also gain access to continuing education for recertifications, can later take the EMT course free of charge and tuition assistance is available for a paramedic program if they decide to go that route one day.
In order to be eligible for enrollment in the Gold Cross EMR program, candidates must be at least 21 years old and have a high school diploma or GED. Additionally, applicants must hold a valid Georgia driver license and pass a background check, provide a three-year Motor Vehicle Record MVR, pass a physical agility test (PAT) and urine drug screen. A two-year full-time employment commitment to Gold Cross EMS is required.
To apply, please visit www.goldcrossems.com. Interested applicants may also contact Gold Cross EMS for more information by emailing crockwell@goldcrossems.com.
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A two year commitment to work in exchange for a credential that is basically a BLS card?