Emergency Medical Technician

Lowell General Hospital; Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking qualified Emergency Medical Technicians to join their dedicated team. This role involves direct patient care in various settings, including prehospital and emergency departments. You will provide critical care, monitor vital signs, and ensure patient stability during transport. With competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits starting from day one, this is an exciting opportunity to be part of a community-focused health system that values compassion and innovation. Join us and make a meaningful impact on patient care in your community.

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision benefits

403(b) Retirement with company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Free on-site parking

Opportunities for career growth

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate's Degree preferred.
• NREMT certification and Massachusetts EMT-Basic certification required.

Responsibilities

• Administers skilled care to patients during transport.
• Obtains medical history and monitors vital signs.
• Complies with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Patient Care

Emergency Medical Services

Basic Life Support

Medical History Assessment

Vital Signs Monitoring

Ambulance Operations

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's Degree

Tools

Ambulance Equipment

Job description

Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community health care to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, Melrose/Wakefield Healthcare, an expansive home care network and a large clinically integrated physician network,Tufts Medicine has more than 15,000 dedicated employees and caregivers.

We Are Hiring Qualified Emergency Medical Technicians! Apply Today To Learn More About Our Updated Salaries

Why Join Us? At Tufts Medicine - Lowell General Hospital, we're more than a health system - we're a community of the brightest minds and the biggest hearts in healthcare. We combine academic innovation with compassion and community. If that excites you, then you belong with us.

What We Offer!

Competitive salaries & benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision benefits start day one

403(b) Retirement with company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Free on-site parking

Opportunities for career growth

Location: Lowell General Hospital - 295 Varnum Avenue - Lowell, MA

Hours: 40 hours - Rotating Days/Evenings/Overnights/Weekends/Holidays

Job Overview
Direct patient care contact in the prehospital setting, Emergency Department, hospital patient care units, and during ambulance transport. Ability to accept patient care directives/orders from hospital physicians, nursing staff, and Lowell General Hospital EMS leadership. Cares for patients and conducts clinically appropriate patient care and ambulance transport in accordance with established hospital policies and Massachusetts Statewide Treatment Protocols. Understands and accepts that all responsibilities are essential to job function.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required, some college or Associate's Degree Preferred

National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT)

Certified EMT Massachusetts EMT-Basic certification, EMT-Advanced preferred

American Heart Association Basic Cardiovascular Life Support

Active Massachusetts Driver's License (in good standing)

1-3 year of experience

Duties & Responsibilities

The duties and responsibilities listedbelow are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

• Administers skilled care to patients being transported between hospitals

• Administers skilled care as directed by Lowell General nursing staff

• Obtains medical history and monitors vital signs during patient contact

• Prepare patients for transport and clinically monitors patient to maintain stability

• Demonstrates competence in use of assigned equipment

• Respond to a wide range of transport situations

• Complies with all health and safety regulations

• Established competence in safe ambulance operations

• Clinically accurate patient care documentation

• Should routinely access and utilize Lowell General Hospital EMS leadership for any circumstance where advanced direction is needed or may assist with proper execution of job responsibilities.

About Lowell General

For more than 125 years, Lowell General has served the Greater Lowell community with pride. We balance the first-rate care of a premier medical center with the warmth of a three-time Magnet-recognized community hospital. As a member of our team, you'll join over 3,000 dedicated care providers to offer complete, connected care, when and where patients need it most.

Magnet Designation
TheAmerican Nurses Credentialing Center(ANCC) honored Lowell General Hospital withMagnet Recognitionfor excellence in nursing care, our fourth designation achieved in March 2025! The Magnet Recognition Program recognizes healthcare organizations dedicated to nursing excellence, professionalism, and patient-focused care. It is the highest level of recognition an organization can receive for providing the very best quality in patient care. Only nine percent of hospitals in the United States have achieved Magnet status and fewer than one percent of hospitals have achieved a fourth consecutive Magnet designation.

Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community healthcare to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, MelroseWakefield Hospital, Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford, Care at Home - an expansive home care network, and large integrated physician network. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at Tufts Medicine. Tufts Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation by emailing us at [e-mail].