Emergency Medical Technician

The EMT provides safe, professional, and compassionate emergency medical transportation for patients requiring both emergent and non-emergent care. This position responds to a variety of calls, including interfacility transfers, critical care transports, hospital discharges, and emergencies originating from skilled nursing facilities.

EMTs are responsible for assessing patients, providing appropriate pre-hospital care within their scope of practice, safely operating the ambulance, and coordinating with healthcare professionals and first responders throughout the transport process. This role requires sound clinical judgment, strong communication skills, and the ability to remain calm and focused in fast-paced or high-acuity situations.

Schedule Options

We offer a variety of full-time scheduling options, including:

• 24/72 schedules
• 12-hour shifts
• 13.5-hour shifts
• Day and night shifts
• School-friendly schedules, including M/W/F and T/Th/S
• 2-2-3 schedules
• Full-time opportunities

Call Types

Our EMTs may respond to and assist with:

• Emergent and non-emergent interfacility transfers (IFTs)
• Critical care transfers
• Hospital and facility discharges
• Skilled nursing facility (SNF) emergencies

Equipment

Team members work with equipment that may include:

• Power-PRO XT cots
• LIFEPAK 15 (LP-15) monitors
• Sapphire IV pumps
• Ventec VOCSN ventilators
• Vapotherm high-flow nasal cannula equipment
• Video laryngoscopy equipment
• i-gel airway devices

Fleet

Our ambulance fleet includes

• Ford Transit and Dodge ProMaster units with performance-load systems
• Two Type III ambulance units equipped with power-load systems

Essential Responsibilities

• Provide emergency medical care and first aid within the EMT's authorized scope of practice.
• Safely operate an ambulance when responding to and transporting patients between designated locations.
• Assess patients and assist in determining appropriate treatment priorities based on their condition.
• Communicate and coordinate effectively with first responders, nurses, physicians, facility personnel, and other healthcare professionals.
• Safely prepare, immobilize when appropriate, move, and transport patients.
• Properly operate approved life-support, patient-monitoring, and diagnostic equipment.
• Complete required patient care documentation and transport reports using electronic patient care reporting (ePCR) software.
• Clean and sanitize the ambulance, patient compartment, and equipment following transports.
• Perform appropriate vehicle and equipment checks and promptly report malfunctions, damage, or maintenance concerns.
• Follow established medical protocols as well as organizational health and safety requirements.
• Participate in ongoing training and skill development to maintain and strengthen clinical capabilities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Core Competencies

Successful EMTs in this role should demonstrate

• Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions under stressful or challenging conditions.
• Adaptability and sustained focus while working with varying levels of clinical acuity.
• Proficiency in the safe and appropriate use of medical equipment.
• Compassionate patient care and strong critical-thinking abilities.
• Clear, professional communication with patients, families, coworkers, first responders, and healthcare personnel.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Current Texas EMT certification.
• Current BLS certification.
• Valid driver's license.
• Good driving record.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

This position requires the ability to

• Lift and carry up to 150 pounds individually and up to 300 pounds with assistance.
• Bend, stoop, climb, crawl, and maneuver across uneven or challenging terrain.
• Work safely and effectively in high-stress and unpredictable environments.
• Perform job duties in conditions that may include flashing lights, loud noises, extreme temperatures, low-light environments, and confined spaces.