Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

Allegiance Mobile Health•Odessa, TX

About The Position

Allegiance Mobile Health is hiring Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT-B) in Odessa and Ector County, Texas. EMTs respond to emergency and non-emergency calls, drive emergency vehicles in varied road and weather conditions, provide direct patient care under Medical Director authorization and protocols, and work with dispatchers, EMS crews, first responders, and outside agencies. The role involves maintaining vehicles and equipment, completing readiness checks and documentation, and providing professional customer service. Employees must pass a departmental skills evaluation and complete the NEOP process before staffing a truck. The work can involve physically and psychologically taxing conditions, including hazardous environments, extreme temperatures, loud noise, high stress, fatigue, and potential exposure to blood-borne pathogens, dangerous chemicals, sharp objects, and fall or trip hazards.

Requirements

High school graduate or GED.
Current certification 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 to perform job-related clinical skills, such as starting IVs and intubating.
Correctable vision adequate to read street signs, see in low light, and read small print.
Ability to use good judgment and 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, little or no rest, extreme temperatures, 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 safely in varied road, traffic, weather, and rural off-road conditions.
Use map books and written or verbal directions to respond efficiently and safely.
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 constant state of readiness and cleanliness.
Complete daily vehicle and supply checklists; assist with resupply, decontamination, and readiness tasks.
Report vehicle, supply, or equipment discrepancies and readiness issues in writing immediately.
Provide direct patient care according to Medical Director authorization and protocols, demonstrating 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 maintain professionalism in all contacts.
Complete patient care reports, billing information, and related documentation accurately and on time.
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.