Emergency Medical Technician (EMT Basic)

**Allegiance Mobile Health** of **Josephine, TX and Collin County** is looking to hire **Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT-B)**. # SUMMARY: 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. ***Starting pay is based on your DSHS certification level and years of experience.*** **ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:** (Responsibilities include, but not limited to) - Responds to emergency and non-emergency calls 24 hours per day, drives a variety of emergency vehicles in all road conditions including inclement weather, dense traffic and rural off-road settings. - Reads map books and follows written and verbal directions in order to respond in an efficient and safe manner. - Follows all departmental, local and state driving laws, policies and procedures. - Uses a variety of communication equipment and appropriately communicates verbally to dispatchers, EMS crews, first responders and other organizations according to departmental policies and procedures. - Maintains vehicles and equipment in a constant state of readiness and cleanliness. - Completes daily vehicle and supply checklists and assists with vehicle re-supply, vehicle and equipment decontamination and general readiness-related tasks. - Immediately reports, in writing, any discrepancies with vehicles, supplies or equipment and their state of readiness. - Provides direct patient care per Medical Director's authorization and protocols. - Demonstrates clinical competency in all patient care related instances. - Demonstrates physical competencies sufficient to allow him/her to lift, carry, transport and extricate patients in all settings, in some cases without assistance. - Interacts with multiple outside agencies such as Police Departments, Fire Departments and First Responder Organizations. Provides satisfactory customer service and projects professionalism in all contacts. - Successfully and accurately completes patient care reports, billing information and all other associated documentation in a timely manner. - Works under physically and psychologically taxing conditions to include 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. - Performs other duties as assigned to include general housekeeping chores and special projects. - Must successfully pass departmental skills evaluation and fully complete NEOP process before staffing a truck. - Adhere to company policies and procedures. - Other duties as assigned. **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 IV's, 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 Suppor…