{"schemaVersion":"1.0","exportedAt":"2026-05-15T12:39:06.320Z","occupation":{"soc":"53-3011.00","title":"Ambulance Drivers and Attendants, Except Emergency Medical Technicians","group":"Transportation & Material Moving","sector":"48-49","jobZone":2,"jobZoneInferred":false},"framework":{"version":"v.26.05","description":"","contextCovered":"This framework covers non-emergency and emergency-support ambulance transport operations, including patient handling, vehicle maintenance and sanitation, incident reporting, supply management, and EMT assistance across healthcare and public safety environments.","levels":{"emerging":{"label":"Emerging","statements":["Ambulance sanitation procedures — remove and replace soiled linens and equipment under direct supervisor guidance following shift completion.","Patient transport assistance — support ambulance drivers during non-emergency transfers of sick or convalescent persons along assigned routes.","Incident reporting basics — relay factual observations about accidents or emergencies to hospital intake personnel using standard communication protocols.","Stretcher loading procedures — assist in placing patients onto stretchers and loading them into ambulances with guidance from senior attendants.","EMT support role — accompany and assist certified emergency medical technicians on routine calls under close supervision.","Supply restocking — replace disposable items and medical supplies on ambulances using a provided checklist after each transport.","Vehicle cleaning tasks — wash and clean ambulance interiors and exteriors following departmental sanitation standards at the end of each shift.","Basic vehicle checks — perform minor vehicle maintenance tasks such as fluid level inspection on emergency medical services vehicles with supervisory oversight.","Radio and dispatch communication — receive and acknowledge dispatch instructions using call center or helpdesk software under trainer direction.","Route awareness — read basic maps or map creation software to identify transport routes between care facilities under dispatcher guidance."]},"developing":{"label":"Developing","statements":["Sanitation compliance — independently remove, replace, and log soiled linens and contaminated equipment between patient transports in accordance with infection-control standards.","Routine patient transport — drive ambulances or assist drivers on scheduled non-emergency transfers, adapting to traffic and road conditions with minimal oversight.","Accident and emergency reporting — compile and submit accurate verbal and written reports to hospital staff and law enforcement following incidents during transport.","Patient loading and positioning — coordinate stretcher placement and ambulance loading with a partner, adjusting techniques for patients with varying mobility needs.","EMT call support — anticipate and fulfill equipment and assistance needs of EMTs during field calls across a range of familiar emergency scenarios.","Inventory management — track, reorder, and restock ambulance medical supplies using spreadsheet software to maintain readiness between shifts.","Vehicle maintenance follow-through — perform and document minor maintenance tasks on ambulances and report deficiencies to fleet supervisors in a timely manner.","Rig cleaning and readiness — execute thorough cleaning and inspection of ambulances and equipment using departmental checklists without supervisory prompting.","Stress response adaptation — maintain composure and task accuracy when responding to emotionally demanding or time-sensitive transport situations.","Interdepartmental communication — use office suite and email software to coordinate transport schedules and communicate logistical updates to dispatch and receiving facilities."]},"proficient":{"label":"Proficient","statements":["Full-scope sanitation management — establish and independently maintain sanitation protocols for linens and equipment across multiple ambulance units throughout an entire shift.","Complex patient transport — operate ambulances safely in challenging conditions, including night driving and high-traffic urban routes, while ensuring patient comfort and safety.","Comprehensive incident documentation — produce complete and accurate incident reports for law enforcement and hospital personnel, capturing critical medical and situational details.","Advanced patient handling — direct and execute safe stretcher loading and unloading for patients with complex conditions, adjusting technique to bariatric, pediatric, or trauma scenarios.","EMT operational integration — function as a reliable, proactive partner to EMTs on emergency calls, anticipating clinical needs and managing logistics without prompting.","Supply chain oversight — monitor ambulance supply levels across a fleet, identify usage trends, and proactively manage restocking to prevent shortfalls during peak demand.","Preventive vehicle maintenance — identify and address emerging mechanical issues on ambulances before they cause service disruptions, coordinating with fleet management as needed.","Service quality monitoring — observe and evaluate own and peers' performance during transports and post-call procedures, applying critical thinking to identify improvement areas.","Public safety communication — provide clear, accurate information to patients, families, and law enforcement at incident scenes, maintaining professionalism under pressure.","Technology proficiency — leverage map creation, word processing, and dispatch software to optimize route planning and documentation efficiency across daily operations."]},"advanced":{"label":"Advanced","statements":["Sanitation protocol development — design and implement fleet-wide sanitation standards for linens, equipment, and vehicles, ensuring compliance with regulatory and health authority requirements.","Transport operations leadership — oversee scheduling, routing, and staffing for ambulance transport teams across a region, ensuring service reliability and patient safety outcomes.","Reporting system improvement — lead the development and refinement of incident reporting procedures, ensuring alignment with hospital, legal, and public safety agency requirements.","Patient handling training — design and deliver hands-on training programs for new attendants in safe patient loading, stretcher operation, and positioning techniques.","EMT-attendant coordination strategy — establish operational protocols governing how attendants support EMTs during calls, improving team efficiency and patient care outcomes.","Fleet supply program management — build and manage supply procurement and inventory systems for an entire ambulance fleet, balancing cost control and operational readiness.","Vehicle maintenance program oversight — lead preventive maintenance scheduling and compliance monitoring for a fleet of emergency medical services vehicles, minimizing downtime.","Organizational culture and integrity — model and reinforce standards of dependability, self-control, and ethical conduct across transport teams through mentoring and accountability practices.","Workforce development and instructing — mentor developing attendants by providing structured feedback, on-the-job coaching, and formal instruction aligned with Job Zone 2 competency expectations.","Cross-agency partnership — represent the transport unit in coordination with hospitals, law enforcement, and public safety agencies, influencing policy and improving community emergency response."]}}},"sources":{"onet":"v30.2 (CC BY 4.0)","crosswalk":"https://skillscrosswalk.com","generator":"LER.me"},"attribution":"© EBSCOed"}