Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - Ambulance Operator job at St John Ambulance
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Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - Ambulance Operator
2026-08-25T13:42:09+00:00
St John Ambulance
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FULL_TIME
Nairobi
Nairobi
00100
Kenya
Nonprofit, and NGO
Healthcare
KES
MONTH
2026-08-28T17:00:00+00:00
8

POSITION SUMMARY:

Safely operate ambulances while delivering high-quality pre-hospital emergency medical care and patient transportation in line with EMS protocols, organizational policies, traffic regulations and applicable laws.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Safely operate ambulances and conduct daily vehicle inspections and safety checks.
  • Respond to emergency and non-emergency calls and provide Basic Life Support (BLS) within EMT scope.
  • Assess, monitor and safely transport patients; assist advanced-care providers where applicable.
  • Complete accurate Patient Care Reports and maintain patient confidentiality.
  • Inspect, clean, disinfect and replenish ambulance equipment and medical supplies.
  • Maintain compliance, professional conduct, teamwork and continuing professional development.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Certificate in Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Pre-Hospital Emergency Care from a recognized institution.
  • Valid First Aid and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; Advanced Life Support is an added advantage.
  • Valid professional registration/licence where applicable.
  • At least two (2) years' experience as an Ambulance Operator in emergency medical services or a related healthcare role.
  • Valid Kenyan Driving Licence Class C1, clean driving record and Certificate of Good Conduct.

KEY COMPETENCIES:

Excellent communication, clinical judgement, decision-making under pressure, integrity, professionalism, teamwork, physical fitness, emotional resilience, customer care and attention to detail. Ability to work shifts, weekends, public holidays and extended hours when required.

  • Safely operate ambulances and conduct daily vehicle inspections and safety checks.
  • Respond to emergency and non-emergency calls and provide Basic Life Support (BLS) within EMT scope.
  • Assess, monitor and safely transport patients; assist advanced-care providers where applicable.
  • Complete accurate Patient Care Reports and maintain patient confidentiality.
  • Inspect, clean, disinfect and replenish ambulance equipment and medical supplies.
  • Maintain compliance, professional conduct, teamwork and continuing professional development.
  • Excellent communication
  • Clinical judgement
  • Decision-making under pressure
  • Integrity
  • Professionalism
  • Teamwork
  • Physical fitness
  • Emotional resilience
  • Customer care
  • Attention to detail
  • Ability to work shifts, weekends, public holidays and extended hours when required.
  • Certificate in Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Pre-Hospital Emergency Care from a recognized institution.
  • Valid First Aid and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; Advanced Life Support is an added advantage.
  • Valid professional registration/licence where applicable.
  • At least two (2) years' experience as an Ambulance Operator in emergency medical services or a related healthcare role.
  • Valid Kenyan Driving Licence Class C1, clean driving record and Certificate of Good Conduct.
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Vacancy title:
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - Ambulance Operator

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Nonprofit, and NGO, Category: Healthcare]

Jobs at:
St John Ambulance

Deadline of this Job:
Friday, August 28 2026

Duty Station:
Nairobi | Nairobi

Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, August 25 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

POSITION SUMMARY:

Safely operate ambulances while delivering high-quality pre-hospital emergency medical care and patient transportation in line with EMS protocols, organizational policies, traffic regulations and applicable laws.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Safely operate ambulances and conduct daily vehicle inspections and safety checks.
  • Respond to emergency and non-emergency calls and provide Basic Life Support (BLS) within EMT scope.
  • Assess, monitor and safely transport patients; assist advanced-care providers where applicable.
  • Complete accurate Patient Care Reports and maintain patient confidentiality.
  • Inspect, clean, disinfect and replenish ambulance equipment and medical supplies.
  • Maintain compliance, professional conduct, teamwork and continuing professional development.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Certificate in Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Pre-Hospital Emergency Care from a recognized institution.
  • Valid First Aid and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; Advanced Life Support is an added advantage.
  • Valid professional registration/licence where applicable.
  • At least two (2) years' experience as an Ambulance Operator in emergency medical services or a related healthcare role.
  • Valid Kenyan Driving Licence Class C1, clean driving record and Certificate of Good Conduct.

KEY COMPETENCIES:

Excellent communication, clinical judgement, decision-making under pressure, integrity, professionalism, teamwork, physical fitness, emotional resilience, customer care and attention to detail. Ability to work shifts, weekends, public holidays and extended hours when required.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 24

Level of Education: professional certificate

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Submit one document containing a cover letter, detailed CV, academic and professional certificates, and relevant licences

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Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. St John Kenya is an equal opportunity employer. Women, youth, minority and marginalized groups, and persons living with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Job Info
Job Category: Health/ Medicine jobs in Kenya
Job Type: Full-time
Deadline of this Job: Friday, August 28 2026
Duty Station: Nairobi | Nairobi
Posted: 25-08-2026
No of Jobs: 1
Start Publishing: 25-08-2026
Stop Publishing (Put date of 2030): 10-10-2076
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