Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-B / EMT-I) – Ambulance Operations
About The Position
Presbyterian Healthcare Services is hiring licensed Emergency Medical Technicians at the Basic and Intermediate/AEMT levels for ambulance operations in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The role provides pre-hospital care and patient transport for emergency and non-emergency calls. EMTs assess and treat patients within their licensure scope, operate and prepare emergency vehicles, document care, and coordinate with healthcare and public safety personnel. EMT-Intermediate/AEMT duties include specified additional interventions such as IV therapy, phlebotomy, and administration of state-approved medications and fluids. This is a full-time position with varied days and hours. The compensation range is $18.33–$30.24, and compensation reflects EMT-I licensure level. The organization describes opportunities for educational and career development, supportive leadership, maintained fleets, and growth within its EMS system.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Active state EMT certification or National Registry certification (NREMT-Basic or NREMT-Intermediate/AEMT).
- Current American Heart Association CPR/Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for Healthcare Providers.
- Valid state driver's license with 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.
Responsibilities
- Safely operate emergency medical vehicles during emergency and non-emergency transports in accordance with agency policies, protocols, and traffic safety standards.
- Optimize out-of-chute, response, and drop-time performance metrics.
- Inspect, clean, sanitize, and restock ambulances, medical supplies, and oxygen cylinders before and after shifts.
- Assess patients, gather medical histories, and provide pre-hospital care within the relevant 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 patient vital signs, cardiac rhythms, pulse oximetry, and clinical condition during transport.
- Complete prompt, accurate electronic Patient Care Reports (ePCR) that adhere to RESCUE narrative standards.
- Record accurate patient demographic and insurance information for legal compliance, continuity of care, and billing and reimbursement.
- Communicate and coordinate handoffs with receiving physicians, emergency department nurses, dispatchers, and public safety personnel.
- Provide basic patient teaching, emotional reassurance, and clear instructions to patients and family members.
Benefits
- Tuition and certification reimbursement and scholarship opportunities.
- Staff Safety wearable badge system for discreetly calling for help when safety is a concern.
- 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.
- Free access to on-site and community-based gyms.
- Nutrition coaching and classes.
- Mindfulness and meditation resources.
- Wellness challenges.
- Educational and career development options.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
