Portales EMT-Basic

## Overview At Elite Medical Transport our Paramedics and EMTs (at all levels) are responsible for responding to requests for medical care and transport of patients in a wide variety of circumstances, from calls to 9-1-1 to requests from local healthcare facilities. Employees in this position must be able to: - Examine and evaluate patients to determine the necessary physical, environmental and psychological care - Provide this care according to their level of certification/licensure, assigned Job Description and Clinical Practice Guidelines - Provide patients with this care by utilizing appropriate techniques and equipment - Document patient information, condition, and treatment according to policy - Gather patient data and ancillary medical records according to policy - Obtain necessary information and signatures for patient financial services - Maintain patient confidentiality and perform all care with respect for patient rights - Transport patients in accordance with policies and procedures - Maintain a safe, clean, and well-stocked environment for patients - Operate and drive ambulance in conjunction with applicable safety policies and laws - Operate an IBM-compatible computer and report on services provided using a desktop application - - A detailed Job Description will be available during on-boarding. ## Description ELITE MEDICAL TRANSPORT is a locally owned and operated medical service provider. Our mission is to positively impact the lives of our patients, employees and the communities we serve. We are committed to safety, continuous improvement and responsiveness to those we serve. Elite Medical Transport's team is built with professional, compassionate, and experienced individuals who are dedicated to helping people, and providing top-notch care in our patients' time of need. We care about our team's well-being and encourage a healthy work-life balance. Our staff is passionate about our mission to positively impact the lives of our patients, employees, and the communities we serve. If you want to work for a mission-driven organization, and think you meet the cut, apply now. Call us at 915-542-1144 if you have any questions or email our dedicated Human Resources staff at hr@elitemedical.org. ## Requirements **Applicants must have:** - A minimum of either a high school diploma or a GED as evidence of completion of a high school education - A current state certification (license, if applicable) at the level required by the requisition (EMT Basic, Intermediate/Advanced or Paramedic. - A valid driver's license - American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer and/or American Heart Association BCLS certification - American Heart Association ACLS certification (for PARAMEDICS only) - FEMA ICS 100 & 200, IC 700 & 800 certification within 30 days **Applicants must be able to meet the mental and physical requirements:** - Appropriately deal with stress and maintain composure when encountering serious injuries or illnesses. - Physical strength and dexterity and the ability to function in very adverse environments with exposure to numerous safety risks typically found at emergency scenes. A detailed analysis of those requirements is available upon request. - All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. A detailed list of requirements are available in the full Job Description provided during on-boarding.