EMT ADVANCED (EMT ADV) for Lone Star Ambulance

About the role

Lone Star Ambulance and Allegiance Mobile Health are looking for a compassionate and reliable EMT-Advanced to provide essential pre-hospital care and emergency medical assistance. The EMT-ADV 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
• Administer drugs such as Albuterol/Ipratropium Bromide Nebulizer Treatment
• Draw up epinephrine for IM injection to treat anaphylaxis
• Start IVs and give fluid infusions, draw blood, and give subcutaneous, aerosolized, sublingual, and intranasal medications
• 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 according to departmental policies and procedures
• Maintain vehicles and equipment in a constant state of readiness and cleanliness
• Complete daily vehicle and supply checklists and 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
• 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

Physical Requirements

• Lift, carry, balance, and push up to 125 pounds (250 pounds with assistance)
• 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
• Climb 20 sets of stairs without rest within 60 seconds
• Demonstrate fine manual dexterity by performing job-related clinical skills (starting IVs, intubating, etc.)
• Have 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
• Have good interpersonal and conflict resolution skills
• Function under situations of extreme fatigue due to little or no rest, extreme temperatures, and inclement weather conditions

Minimum Qualifications

• 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 be insurable