EMS Apprentice

CareFlite • Irving, TX

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About The Position

CareFlite is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit ambulance service sponsored by Baylor Scott & White Health, JPS Health Network, Methodist Health System, Parkland, and Texas Health Resources. The organization provides medical transportation by helicopter, airplane, and ground ambulance, as well as non-medical transportation via wheelchair van. It operates more than 50 EMS stations across the Dallas–Fort Worth area, with corporate headquarters in Grand Prairie, Texas.

The EMS Apprentice learns and trains to deliver high-quality emergency and non-emergency care to patients transported by CareFlite’s Ground Division. The role includes attending an accelerated 10-week EMT course and clinical program, completing coursework and assignments, and meeting required academic standards. Apprentices are expected to support CareFlite’s mission and core values and represent the organization professionally.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current Texas Class C driver’s license.
• Clear and concise written and oral communication skills, including the ability to converse in English and be understood.
• Demonstrated active listening skills.
• Maintain an average grade of 75 or higher during the course.

Responsibilities

• Attend CareFlite’s accelerated 10-week EMT course and clinical program.
• Complete coursework and assignments in a timely manner and maintain an average grade of 75 or higher.
• Learn to operate emergency vehicles safely in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and CareFlite policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate proficiency with medical and non-medical equipment used in ambulances and wheelchair vans.
• Communicate positively with patients, family members, and medical personnel, accommodating family members when feasible without jeopardizing safety.
• Provide the CareFlite Communications Center with information needed to initiate, track, and close out missions.
• Address patients’ special medical and comfort needs during transport.
• Learn to provide emergency and non-emergency patient care in accordance with Basic Life Support Protocols and CareFlite medical protocols.
• Learn to conduct appropriate patient assessments and report medical conditions to receiving facility personnel and/or family.
• Learn to complete patient care records accurately, documenting patient condition and services rendered before and during transport.
• Learn to check, clean, and stock CareFlite vehicles according to policies and procedures.
• Use a positive problem-solving approach and the chain of command appropriately to address work- or academy-related issues.
• Exercise sound judgment and objectivity in decision-making; work independently and complete tasks reliably without continual supervision.
• Maintain knowledge through pertinent manuals and training and educational resources.
• Maintain a professional appearance and ethical, courteous, professional conduct in accordance with the CareFlite Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct.
• Monitor personal strengths and weaknesses and seek feedback and opportunities for personal and professional development.
• Respond flexibly to changing priorities and demonstrate positive changes following constructive feedback.
• Handle conflict appropriately and professionally, and maintain a positive attitude in support of CareFlite and its management.

Benefits

• Full medical, dental, and vision coverage.

What This Job Offers

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