EMT ADVANCED (EMT ADV)

Allegiance Mobile Health•Vidor, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Allegiance Mobile Health is seeking a compassionate and reliable EMT-Advanced to provide pre-hospital care and emergency medical assistance. The EMT-ADV responds to 911 calls, assesses patient conditions, performs basic life support procedures, and assists with patient transport and transfer. The role requires strong communication, a calm demeanor under pressure, and commitment to patient care. The position is based in Vidor, Texas. The EMT-ADV provides direct patient care under Medical Director authorization and protocols, administers specified medications and treatments, and performs procedures including starting IVs and drawing blood. The role also involves driving emergency vehicles, communicating with dispatch and other responders, maintaining vehicles and equipment, completing readiness checks and patient documentation, and interacting professionally with outside agencies and the public. Duties include working in challenging conditions, completing required evaluations and onboarding, adhering to company policies, and performing other assigned tasks.

Requirements

High school graduate or GED.
Current EMT certification 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.
Ability to read, write, and interpret instructions in English.
Valid Texas driver's license and ability to be insured.
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 clinical skills, including starting IVs and intubating.
Correctable vision adequate to read street signs, see in low light, and read small print.
Good judgment and ability to 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, temperature extremes, and inclement weather.
Ability to work around potential exposure to blood-borne pathogens, dangerous chemicals, sharp objects, and fall or trip hazards.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in emergency care is preferred.

Responsibilities

Respond to emergency and non-emergency calls and drive emergency vehicles in varied road and weather conditions, including dense traffic and rural off-road settings.
Use map books and follow written and verbal directions to respond efficiently and safely.
Administer Albuterol/Ipratropium Bromide nebulizer treatment and draw up epinephrine for intramuscular injection to treat anaphylaxis.
Start IVs and administer fluid infusions; draw blood and give subcutaneous, aerosolized, sublingual, and intranasal medications.
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 clean, ready state; complete daily vehicle and supply checklists and assist with resupply, decontamination, and readiness tasks.
Report discrepancies with vehicles, supplies, or equipment and their readiness status in writing immediately.
Provide direct patient care under Medical Director authorization and protocols and demonstrate clinical competency.
Lift, carry, transport, and extricate patients in varied settings, sometimes without assistance.
Interact with police departments, fire departments, and first responder organizations while providing satisfactory customer service and projecting professionalism.
Complete patient care reports, billing information, and other documentation accurately and promptly.
Work in physically and psychologically taxing conditions, including inclement weather, temperature extremes, hazardous environments, loud noises, and high-stress situations.
Perform housekeeping chores, 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.