Emergency Medical Technician (EMT Basic)

Allegiance Mobile Health•Vidor, TX

About The Position

Allegiance Mobile Health is seeking a compassionate and reliable EMT-Basic to provide pre-hospital care and emergency medical assistance. The EMT responds to emergency and non-emergency calls, assesses patient conditions, performs basic life support procedures, and assists with patient transport and transfer. The role requires effective communication, a calm demeanor under pressure, and a commitment to patient care. EMTs respond to calls around the clock and drive emergency vehicles in varied road and weather conditions, including dense traffic and rural off-road settings. They use maps and directions to reach calls safely and efficiently, follow driving laws and departmental procedures, communicate with dispatchers and other emergency responders, and maintain vehicles and equipment in a clean, ready state. Duties also include completing vehicle and supply checks, replenishing supplies, decontaminating equipment, and reporting readiness issues in writing. The EMT provides patient care under the Medical Director’s authorization and protocols, demonstrates clinical competency, and completes patient care reports, billing information, and related documentation accurately and promptly. The role involves interaction with outside agencies and the public, and requires professionalism and satisfactory customer service. Work may involve physically and psychologically taxing conditions, including inclement weather, temperature extremes, hazardous environments, loud noises, high-stress situations, fatigue, and potential exposure to blood-borne pathogens, dangerous chemicals, sharp objects, and fall or trip hazards. Other duties may include housekeeping and special projects. Candidates must pass a departmental skills evaluation and complete the NEOP process before staffing a truck, and must adhere to company policies and procedures.

Requirements

High school graduate or GED.
Certified as an EMT in the State of Texas.
CPR certification.
For 911 areas, Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) or International Trauma Life Support (ITLS).
Ability to communicate effectively.
Ability to read, write, and interpret instructions in English.
Valid Texas driver’s license and an insurable driving record.
Ability to lift, carry, balance, and push up to 125 pounds, or 250 pounds with assistance.
Ability to bend from the waist and touch toes, squat with legs parallel to the ground, and kneel with both knees on the ground.
Ability to climb 20 sets of stairs without rest within 60 seconds.
Fine manual dexterity sufficient to perform job-related clinical skills.
Correctable vision adequate to read street signs, see in low light, and read small print.
Good judgment and ability to remain calm in high-stress situations.
Ability to maintain a positive attitude in adversity and demonstrate interpersonal and conflict-resolution skills.
Ability to function under extreme fatigue, temperature extremes, and inclement weather.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in emergency care is preferred.

Responsibilities

Respond to emergency and non-emergency calls and drive emergency vehicles in varied road, weather, traffic, and rural conditions.
Use map books and written or verbal directions to respond safely and efficiently.
Follow departmental, local, and state driving laws, policies, and procedures.
Use communication equipment and communicate appropriately with dispatchers, EMS crews, first responders, and other organizations.
Maintain vehicles and equipment in a clean and ready state.
Complete daily vehicle and supply checklists; assist with resupply, decontamination, and readiness tasks.
Report discrepancies involving vehicles, supplies, equipment, or readiness in writing immediately.
Provide direct patient care under the Medical Director’s authorization and protocols, and demonstrate clinical competency.
Lift, carry, transport, and extricate patients in varied settings, sometimes without assistance.
Interact with outside agencies and provide satisfactory customer service while maintaining professionalism.
Complete patient care reports, billing information, and other related documentation accurately and promptly.
Perform general housekeeping, special projects, and other assigned duties.
Pass the departmental skills evaluation and complete the NEOP process before staffing a truck.
Adhere to company policies and procedures.