EMS Cadet - Field (April 2027 Academy)

The City of Austin - Austin Travis County EMS•Austin, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Austin’s Emergency Medical Services Department provides the 9-1-1 emergency medical response throughout Austin and Travis County, Texas, serving a population of over 2.2 million people. Our Medics are trusted as clinicians capable of providing excellent patient care in the field. We are looking for qualified individuals to join our elite team of Medics and help us change the lives of the people we serve. With an internal Paramedic program, over 20 specialized units, and opportunities to promote through the ranks of our organization, there is a fulfilling career waiting for you at ATCEMS! Each new hire starts as a Cadet, attending a paid 8-week training academy. Following graduation of the academy, each Cadet must complete a field training period prior to being cleared to independent duty and serving as a Medic in our system. Our Medics are constantly learning to become better providers--whether it is through practice out in the field or through a variety of Continuing Education courses offered by the department. Come see why we're one of the best EMS systems in the nation!

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age or older (no upper age limit)
Must read, write, and speak English
Must be eligible for employment in the U.S.
Must have a valid driver's license
Must have a valid driver's license for a minimum of 2 years
Must have a minimum of 2 years of experience in a position with public-facing customer service
Must possess a high school diploma or GED
Certification as an Emergency Medical Technician-Basic (EMT-B) or higher
Valid Texas Class “C” Driver’s License (or the ability to obtain a Texas driver's license by Academy start date)
Texas Department of State Health Services certification as an EMT-Basic or higher (or eligibility for reciprocity at that level of certification if applying from out of state)
For the initial application, applicants can apply with any valid State or National Registry certification (EMT-B or higher). Texas reciprocity will be required if offered employment.
Medics hired must successfully complete the Austin-Travis County Office of the Chief Medical Officer (OCMO) credentialing process within nine (9) months from the date of hire.
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
Knowledge of basic pre-hospital emergency medical care and rescue.
Knowledge of the operation of medical equipment utilized in pre-hospital emergency care
Knowledge of current principles and practices of emergency medical services, customer service principles, patient advocacy and incident management.
Knowledge of community health risk factors, resource information and notification pathways.
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with EMS employees and other members of the emergency medical services and hospital system.
Skill in performing strenuous work under all weather conditions including emergency situations.
Skill in map reading and in navigating to call locations under stress and time constraints.
Skill in oral and written communications.
Skill in responding quickly and calmly in emergency situations.
Skill in handling conflict and uncertain situations.
Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
Skill in the operations of public safety communications equipemnt, computers, and related software applications.
Ability to remember numerous details and quickly recall essential information.
Ability to exercise independent judgment.
Ability to communicate professionally in a manner that conveys care and concern for the patient and family.

Responsibilities

Participates in the Austin – Travis County Emergency Medical Services Academy training program, which includes daily room lectures and laboratory practice, response simulations, live field exercises, physical training, and other orientation activities, to qualify incumbent for graduation from the Academy and promotion to EMS Medic - Field.
Participates in mandatory physical training, which includes aerobic conditioning, weight training, callisthenic exercises, and other physical conditioning activities.
Develops knowledge of patient advocacy and interagency teamwork.
Develops skills for assessing patients and knowledge of procedures as defined by the Medical Director.
Develops knowledge and skills in documenting patient care and other reports appropriately.
Participates in the learning of operating an emergency vehicle including responding to emergency scenes and transporting patients to medical facilities.
Maintains a strong safety focus and follows safety standards and practices.
This position is classified as an “essential” position, meaning you will be required to work during holidays and bad weather (ice storms, flooding, etc.) when the City is otherwise closed.
Upon completion and graduation from the EMS Academy, a cadet will be certified as a Medic – Field in substantial compliance with Chapter 143 Local Government Code.
After successfully serving the entire probationary period of twelve (12) months from date of hire as a Medic – Field, will automatically become a full-fledged civil service employee and have full civil service protection.
Medics must successfully complete the Austin-Travis County Office of the Chief Medical Officer (OCMO) credentialing process within nine (9) months from the date of hire.