EMT Basic

About the Role

The Emergency Medical Technician-Basic (EMT-B) plays a critical role in providing advanced life support and ensuring the safety of behavioral/mental health patients. Working as part of a team, the EMT-B facilitates patient needs, provides hands-on care, and assists with transportation to inpatient psychiatric facilities. This role operates within the framework of Driscoll Children’s Hospital’s mission, vision, and values, promoting a compassionate and innovative approach to patient care.

Responsibilities

• Maintains confidentiality and adheres to hospital policies and procedures.
• Provides patient care according to department protocols, including respiratory management, EKG interpretation, IV access assistance, and medication administration.
• Offers 1:1 patient monitoring and implements de-escalation techniques.
• Assists with patient transportation, including protective holds, movements, and carries.
• Responds to aggressive and self-injurious behaviors, ensuring patient and staff safety.
• Completes non-violent self-defense training and serves as a hospital porter.
• Maintains composure in emergency situations, coordinates transport duties, and communicates effectively with supervisors and team members.
• Shares responsibilities for post-transport activities, vehicle readiness, and equipment maintenance.
• Coordinates transport-related phone calls and maintains accurate documentation for patient care and billing.
• Ensures compliance with Federal Communications Commission (FCC) laws and possesses basic computer skills.
• Maintains required continuing education hours and certifications.

Qualifications

• Current Texas Department of State Health Services Emergency Medical Technician certification or licensure.
• Minimum of two years’ experience in a related field.

Certifications and Licenses

• Certified or Licensed in The State of Texas as an EMT-Basic.
• Current AHA or ARC cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification (or obtained within 6 months of hire).
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification (or obtained within 6 months of hire).
• Proof of personal automobile liability insurance and current Texas state driver’s license.