Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) for Lone Star Ambulance
Allegiance Mobile Health · McAllen, TX · 1 wk ago
HealthcareInternship
About the role
Allegiance Mobile Health is looking for 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
- Drive 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 appropriately communicate verbally to dispatchers, EMS crews, first responders, and other organizations per 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, vehicle and 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 Medical Director's authorization and protocols
- Demonstrate clinical competency in all patient care related instances
- Demonstrate physical competencies sufficient to lift, carry, transport, and extricate patients in all settings, in some cases without assistance
- Interact with multiple outside agencies such as Police Departments, Fire Departments, and First Responder Organizations
- Provide satisfactory customer service and project professionalism in all contacts
- Successfully and accurately complete patient care reports, billing information, and all other 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; high potential for 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 NEOP process before staffing a truck
- Adhere to company policies and procedures
Requirements
- High school graduate or GED
- Certified as an EMT in the State of Texas
- CPR certification
- 911 Areas – Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) or International Trauma Life Support (ITLS)
- Communicate effectively
- Read, write, and interpret instructions in the English language
- Previous experience preferred in emergency care
- Must possess a valid Texas driver's license and an insurable driver record
- Physical: Lift, carry, balance, and push up to 125 pounds (250 pounds with assistance)
- Physical: Demonstrate flexibility and physical coordination by bending from the waist and touching toes, squat with legs parallel to the ground, and kneeling with both knees firmly on the ground
- Physical: Climb 20 sets of stairs without rest within 60 seconds
- Physical: Demonstrate fine manual dexterity by performing job-related clinical skills (starting IVs, intubating, etc.)
- Physical: Have correctable vision adequate to read street signs, see in low light, and read small print
- Psychological: Use good judgment and remain calm in high-stress situations
- Psychological: Maintain a positive attitude in the face of adversity
- Psychological: Have good interpersonal and conflict resolution skills
- Psychological: Function under situations of extreme fatigue due to little or no rest, extreme temperatures, and inclement weather conditions