Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-B / EMT-I) – Ambulance Operations

Presbyterian Healthcare Services • Albuquerque, NM

22h • $18 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

The Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-Basic or EMT-Intermediate/AEMT) maintains and operates emergency medical vehicles to transport patients safely on emergency and non-emergency calls for Albuquerque Ambulance Service of Presbyterian Healthcare Services. EMTs assess and treat patients in pre-hospital settings within their licensure scope, provide basic or intermediate interventions, and coordinate care with receiving facilities and public safety partners. The role offers varied days and hours and is full time.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• NREMT-Basic or NREMT-Intermediate certification.
• BLS certification required at the time of hire.
• Valid state driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry patients and heavy medical equipment in dynamic environments.

Nice To Haves

• EVOC or CEVO training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate and maintain emergency medical vehicles during emergency and non-emergency transports in accordance with agency policies, protocols, and traffic safety standards.
• Optimize operational performance metrics, including out-of-chute, response, and drop times.
• Inspect, clean, sanitize, and restock ambulances, medical supplies, and oxygen cylinders before and after shifts.
• Assess patients, gather medical histories, and provide pre-hospital emergency care within licensure scope.
• Perform in-scope interventions such as CPR, AED/defibrillation, basic airway management, oxygen therapy, hemorrhage control, splinting, and wound dressing.
• For EMT-I/AEMT, initiate peripheral IV therapy, perform phlebotomy, administer state-approved medications and fluids, and assist Paramedics with advanced life support procedures.
• Monitor patients' vital signs, cardiac rhythms, pulse oximetry, and clinical condition during transport.
• Complete prompt, accurate, and comprehensive electronic Patient Care Reports (ePCR) according to RESCUE narrative standards.
• Capture accurate patient demographic and insurance information for legal compliance, continuity of care, and billing and reimbursement requirements.
• Communicate and coordinate patient handoffs with receiving physicians, ER nurses, dispatchers, and public safety personnel.
• Provide basic patient education, emotional reassurance, and clear instructions to patients and family members.

Benefits

• Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement and scholarship opportunities.
• Staff Safety wearable badge for discreetly calling for help when safety is a concern.
• Shift differentials for night and weekend shifts, higher education, certifications, and eligible lead roles.
• Malpractice liability insurance.
• Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department.
• EPIC electronic charting system.
• Wellness program with free on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, and wellness challenges.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED