EMT

Mission Regional Medical Center•Mission, TX

43d•Onsite

About The Position

Mission Regional Medical Center is seeking an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), also referred to as an Emergency Response Technician or First Responder, to provide immediate medical care and support in its emergency room. The EMT conducts initial patient assessments, performs basic life support procedures such as CPR, monitors vital signs, and helps stabilize patients upon arrival. The role also includes wound care, assisting with patient transportation within the hospital, and coordinating with emergency room staff to support patient care. The position is based at Mission Regional Medical Center in Mission, Texas. The posting lists variable shifts and 12-hour shifts, while identifying the position as per diem (PD/PRN) as needed. Mission Regional Medical Center is a 297-bed, nonprofit hospital serving the Rio Grande Valley and is a member of Prime Healthcare.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, or related experience; stated as required for new hires effective April 2014.
Basic EMT training or emergency room experience.
Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintained thereafter.
Certified or licensed EMT through the state certifying agency/entity.
For facilities requiring them: current ACLS certificate within 30 days of hire and maintained thereafter.
For facilities requiring them: current PALS certificate within 30 days of hire and maintained thereafter.

Nice To Haves

Military Field Medic or Flight Medic experience, or a licensed First Responder background; applicants with these backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Deliver immediate patient care using EMT training, including administering basic life support, stabilizing patients, and responding to medical emergencies.
Assess patients, including evaluating vital signs, symptoms, and medical history, and communicate findings to the healthcare team.
Collaborate with nurses, physicians, and allied health professionals to support coordinated care and continuity of treatment.
Assist in triaging arriving patients by assessing condition severity and supporting care-prioritization decisions based on clinical protocols.
Document patient interactions, treatments, and outcomes in electronic medical records.
Inspect and manage emergency medical equipment and supplies to ensure they are functional, clean, and available.
Provide wound care and assist with patient transportation within the hospital.
Perform CPR and monitor vital signs as part of patient stabilization.