PRN Emergency Department EMT B

Community Health Systems•Oro Valley, AZ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Emergency Medical Technician I (EMT I) provides basic emergency medical care and transportation in accordance with applicable state laws, departmental policies, and established clinical protocols. This role operates under the direction of a Paramedic or clinical leader, supporting patient care within the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) department and ensuring the safe, efficient delivery of pre-hospital care. The EMT I is responsible for maintaining equipment, documenting patient information, and promoting safety and communication within the EMS team. Key functions include providing basic emergency medical care, assisting with patient assessment and vital sign monitoring, administering first aid treatments such as CPR, bandaging, controlling bleeding, immobilizing fractures, and assisting with breathing. The EMT I also operates emergency vehicles safely, conducts vehicle and equipment checks, maintains and restocks supplies, adheres to infection control procedures and proper PPE use, completes accurate and timely electronic medical record documentation, escalates patient care concerns, and collaborates with other clinical professionals for continuity of care.

Requirements

Technical School completion of a state-approved Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) training program
Knowledge of EMS protocols, emergency response procedures, and basic life support techniques.
Ability to safely operate emergency vehicles and perform routine vehicle and equipment checks.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with patients, families, and clinical teams.
Familiarity with documentation standards in electronic medical record (EMR) systems.
Ability to work effectively under pressure in dynamic and fast-paced environments.
Commitment to patient safety, infection control, and use of PPE.
Ability to prioritize tasks and respond quickly to changing clinical situations.
Drivers License - MDOT Medical Physical in state of employment
EMT - Emergency Medical Tech Certification from the applicable state EMS authority
BCLS - Basic Life Support certification
Indiana: IDHS EMT Certification

Nice To Haves

Technical School EMT Advanced course preferred
Experience working in a hospital-based emergency department, ambulance service, or critical care transport unit preferred

Responsibilities

Provides basic emergency medical care in accordance with applicable state scope of practice and departmental policies and procedures.
Assists with patient assessment, vital sign monitoring, and delivery of care under the supervision of a Paramedic or clinical leader.
Administers first aid treatments, such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), bandaging wounds, controlling bleeding, immobilizing fractures, and assisting with breathing as assigned.
Operates emergency vehicles safely and in compliance with hospital policy and local traffic laws.
Conducts vehicle and equipment checks at the start of each shift to ensure readiness and compliance with standards.
Maintains and restocks supplies and equipment necessary for patient care.
Demonstrates proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and follows infection control procedures.
Completes accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR) in accordance with regulatory guidelines and organizational policy.
Escalates patient care or operational concerns through the proper chain of command.
Collaborates with paramedics, nurses, and physicians to provide continuity of care upon patient transfer to a medical facility.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
Complies with all policies and standards.