ED Emergency Medical Technician - FT nights

Community Health Systems•Tucson, AZ

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. Working under the direction of a Paramedic or clinical leader, the EMT I supports patient care within the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) department and helps ensure the safe and efficient delivery of pre-hospital care. The role also includes maintaining equipment, documenting patient information, and promoting safety and communication within the EMS team. The EMT I assists with patient assessments and care, operates emergency vehicles, checks and restocks vehicles and equipment, follows infection-control procedures, and completes accurate and timely electronic medical record documentation. The position collaborates with clinical teams during patient transfers, escalates concerns through the proper chain of command, maintains reliable attendance, complies with organizational policies and standards, and performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Completion of a state-approved Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) training program at a technical school.
Valid driver's license and MDOT medical physical in the state of employment.
EMT certification from the applicable state EMS authority.
Basic Life Support (BCLS) certification.
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 when working with patients, families, and clinical teams.
Familiarity with electronic medical record documentation standards.
Ability to work effectively under pressure in dynamic, fast-paced environments.
Commitment to patient safety, infection control, and use of personal protective equipment.
Ability to prioritize tasks and respond quickly to changing clinical situations.
For Indiana: IDHS EMT certification.

Nice To Haves

Completion of an EMT Advanced course at a technical school.
Experience working in a hospital-based emergency department, ambulance service, or critical-care transport unit.

Responsibilities

Provide basic emergency medical care in accordance with the applicable state scope of practice and departmental policies and procedures.
Assist with patient assessment, vital sign monitoring, and care under the supervision of a Paramedic or clinical leader.
Administer assigned first aid treatments, including CPR, wound bandaging, bleeding control, fracture immobilization, and assistance with breathing.
Operate emergency vehicles safely and in compliance with hospital policy and local traffic laws.
Conduct vehicle and equipment checks at the start of each shift.
Maintain and restock patient-care supplies and equipment.
Use personal protective equipment properly and follow infection-control procedures.
Complete accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record in accordance with regulatory guidelines and organizational policy.
Escalate patient-care or operational concerns through the proper chain of command.
Collaborate with paramedics, nurses, and physicians to support continuity of care when transferring patients to a medical facility.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance and comply with policies and standards.
Perform other duties as assigned.