Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

Allegiance Mobile Health•Houston, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Allegiance Mobile Health is hiring Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT-B) in West Houston, Texas. The EMT responds to emergency and non-emergency calls, drives emergency vehicles in varied road and weather conditions, and provides direct patient care under the Medical Director’s authorization and protocols. The role requires maintaining vehicles and equipment, completing readiness checks and documentation, coordinating with dispatchers and other response organizations, and delivering professional customer service. The work may involve physically and psychologically taxing conditions, including hazardous environments, temperature extremes, loud noises, high-stress situations, fatigue, and potential exposure to blood-borne pathogens, chemicals, sharp objects, and fall or trip hazards. Candidates must meet the stated physical and psychological requirements and pass a departmental skills evaluation and the NEOP process before staffing a truck.

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 and 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.
Ability to use good judgment, remain calm in high-stress situations, maintain a positive attitude during adversity, and use interpersonal and conflict-resolution skills.
Ability to function under extreme fatigue, temperature extremes, and inclement weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in emergency care is preferred.

Responsibilities

Respond to emergency and non-emergency calls.
Drive emergency vehicles safely in varied road conditions, including inclement weather, dense traffic, and rural off-road settings; follow maps and directions and comply with applicable 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, ready state; complete daily vehicle and supply checklists and assist with resupply, decontamination, and other readiness tasks.
Report discrepancies in writing regarding vehicles, supplies, equipment, or readiness.
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, including police departments, fire departments, and first responder organizations.
Provide satisfactory customer service and behave professionally in all contacts.
Complete patient care reports, billing information, and 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.