Emergency Medical Technician

Prime Healthcare; Mesquite (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation, sick time and holidays

Bereavement leave, FMLA

Employer 401K

Tuition reimbursement

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

Prime Healthcare seeks an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) for Dallas Regional Medical Center in Mesquite, TX. The EMT will perform initial patient assessments, administer basic life support, and monitor vital signs to stabilize patients on arrival.

Responsibilities include collaborating with ER staff, assisting in triage, documenting care in EMR, and ensuring equipment readiness in a fast-paced environment. Requires BLS and EMT certification, with ACLS/PALS preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required for new hires.
• Basic EMT Training or ER experience required.
• Current BLS certification required at hire and maintained.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, immediate patient care using EMT training to administer basic life support and stabilize patients.
• Perform detailed patient assessments to evaluate vital signs, symptoms, and history and communicate findings to the team.
• Collaborate with nurses, physicians and allied staff to ensure coordinated care.
• Assist in triaging patients upon arrival and support prioritization decisions.
• Maintain accurate documentation in EMR for patient interactions and treatments.

Skills

EMT training

Patient assessment

Vital signs monitoring

CPR/BLS

Wound care

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Current BLS certification

ACLS and/or PALS preferred

State EMT certification

Tools

EMR/EHR systems

Medical equipment management

Job description

Overview

ShiftsAvailable:Days

Employment Type:Full Time

Hours:12-hour shift- 7:00am to 7:00pm

Location: Dallas RegionalMedical Center- Mesquite, TX

We are seeking anEmergency Medical Technician(EMT),also referred to asanEmergencyResponse Technician or First Responder in our emergency room. An EMT isessential in providing immediate medical care and support. They conduct initial patient assessments, perform basic life support procedures like CPR, andmonitorvital signs to stabilize patients upon arrival. EMTs also manage wound care,assistin patient transportation within the hospital, and work closely with ER staff to ensure coordinated care.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, immediate patient care by utilizing EMT training to administer basic life support, stabilize patients, and respond swiftly to medical emergencies in a fast-paced clinical environment

• Perform detailed patient assessments to evaluate vital signs, symptoms, and medical history, ensuringtimelyidentification of urgent needs andaccuratecommunication with the healthcare team

• Collaborate with nurses, physicians, and allied health professionals to contribute to an integrated care approach, promoting continuity and efficiency in patient treatment plans

• Assistin triaging patients upon arrival by assessing the severity of their condition and supporting decisions on prioritization of care based on clinical protocols

• Maintain precise and thorough documentation of patient interactions, treatments, and outcomes in electronic medical records(EMR), supporting legal compliance and clinical continuity

• Inspect and manage emergency medical equipment and supplies to ensureoptimalfunctionality, cleanliness, and availability, contributing to a safe and prepared emergency care environment

Qualifications

1. High School Diploma or Equivalent or related experience required for new hires effective April 2014. 2. Basic EMT Training or E.R. experience required. 3. Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current.

Facility Specific Requirements (facility may require items listed below):

1. Current ACLS certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain current. 2. Current PALS certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain current. 3. Certified/Licensed EMT by the state certifying agency/entity required.

Here are some of the benefits of working atPrime Healthcare:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance options

• Paid vacation, sicktimeand holidays

• Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options

• Employer 401K options

• Tuition reimbursement options

• Life, disability, and other insurance options

• Many other amazing benefits

Full benefits at Prime Healthcare:https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf