Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

About the role

Allegiance Mobile Health is seeking a compassionate and reliable EMT‑Basic to provide essential pre‑hospital care and emergency medical assistance. The EMT‑B will respond to 911 calls, assess patient conditions, perform basic life support procedures, and assist in patient transport and transfer. This role requires strong communication, a calm demeanor under pressure, and a commitment to patient care.

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergency and non‑emergency calls 24 hours per day, driving a variety of emergency vehicles in all road conditions, including inclement weather, dense traffic, and rural off‑road settings.
• Read map books and follow written and verbal directions to respond efficiently and safely.
• Follow all departmental, local, and state driving laws, policies, and procedures.
• Use a variety of communication equipment and communicate verbally with dispatchers, EMS crews, first responders, and other organizations according to departmental policies.
• Maintain vehicles and equipment in a constant state of readiness and cleanliness.
• Complete daily vehicle and supply checklists; assist with vehicle re‑supply, equipment decontamination, and general readiness‑related tasks.
• Immediately report in writing any discrepancies with vehicles, supplies, or equipment and their state of readiness.
• Provide direct patient care per the Medical Director’s authorization and protocols, demonstrating clinical competency in all patient‑care situations.
• Demonstrate physical competencies sufficient to lift, carry, transport, and extricate patients in all settings, sometimes without assistance.
• Interact with multiple outside agencies such as police departments, fire departments, and first‑responder organizations, providing satisfactory customer service and projecting professionalism.
• Accurately complete patient care reports, billing information, and all associated documentation in a timely manner.
• Work under physically and psychologically taxing conditions, including inclement weather, temperature extremes, hazardous environments, loud noises, and high‑stress situations, with high potential exposure to blood‑borne pathogens, dangerous chemicals, sharp objects, and fall/trip hazards.
• Perform other duties as assigned, including general housekeeping chores and special projects.
• Successfully pass departmental skills evaluation and fully complete the NEOP process before staffing a truck.
• Adhere to company policies and procedures.

Physical Requirements

• Lift, carry, balance, and push up to 125 lb (250 lb with assistance).
• Demonstrate flexibility and coordination by bending from the waist, touching toes, squatting with legs parallel to the ground, and kneeling with both knees firmly on the ground.
• Climb 20 sets of stairs without rest within 60 seconds.
• Exhibit fine manual dexterity for clinical skills such as starting IVs and intubating.
• Maintain correctable vision adequate to read street signs, see in low light, and read small print.

Psychological Requirements

• Use good judgment and remain calm in high‑stress situations.
• Maintain a positive attitude in the face of adversity.
• Possess strong interpersonal and conflict‑resolution skills.
• Function under extreme fatigue due to little or no rest, extreme temperatures, and inclement weather conditions.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Certified EMT in the State of Texas.
• Current CPR certification.
• Completion of 911 Areas – Pre‑Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) or International Trauma Life Support (ITLS).
• Ability to read, write, and interpret instructions in English.
• Effective communication skills.
• Previous experience in emergency care preferred.
• Valid Texas driver’s license with an insurable driver record.