EMT

Acadian Ambulance Service - Pasadena, TX

Full-time - Entry Level

Pasadena, TX

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Emergency Medical Technician - Basic (EMT-B) is responsible for providing timely and efficient pre-hospital basic life support care and transportation for sick and injured patients. This role involves conducting patient assessments, administering basic life support, ensuring safe transport, and maintaining equipment and documentation in accordance with established protocols and standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct careful examinations of patients for signs and symptoms of illness/injury.
• Administer prompt and efficient basic life support care within the limits of licensure or certification.
• Provide safe and efficient transport of patients to medical facilities.
• Document all aspects of patient condition and treatment on EMS run reports.
• Conduct regular unit inventory and equipment testing to ensure all equipment is present and in working order.
• Operate and drive the ambulance safely and efficiently, following company driving guidelines.
• Attend all mandatory meetings and complete assigned station duties.
• Order supplies and equipment to replenish inventories as needed.
• Precept EMT-Basic students and new employees as directed.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• National and/or State certification as an Emergency Medical Technician-Basic.
• Current CPR certification as established by the American Heart Association.
• Current and valid state-issued driver's license.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in emergency medical services or related field.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients and medical personnel.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage.
• 401k retirement savings plan.
• Paid time off and holidays.