Emergency Medical Technician

Ascension; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) retirement plan

Well-being support & EAP

Job summary

Ascension is hiring for an Emergency Department role in Wichita, KS. You will perform direct patient care under the supervision of RNs and attending physicians, record vitals, and promptly report critical results to the medical team.

You will assist patients with transfers, positioning, hygiene, and mobility while using proper body mechanics. Licensure includes paramedic or EMT credentials with BLS/ACLS/PALS as applicable, and a high school equivalency with related experience.

Qualifications

• EMT or paramedic credentials required by hire date
• BLS/ACLS/PALS within 30 days of hire accepted
• High school diploma equivalency with 2 years experience or higher education accepted

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under supervision of RNs and physicians
• Record accurate vital signs on arrival and during reassessments
• Report critical results to medical staff promptly
• Assist patients with transfers, positioning, hygiene and mobility using proper body mechanics

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Transfers & mobility

Body mechanics

Education

High school equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience

Associate's degree/Technical degree

4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience

Tools

NREMT or EMT credentialing

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Wichita, KS
• Facility: Ascension Via Christi West ER
• Department: Emergency Department
• Schedule: Day Shift l PRN | 11am-11pm #NextGenHealthcare

Via Christi associates are eligible for tuition discounts and priority placement in select healthcare programs through our academic partnership with Wichita State University.

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Perform direct patient care under the supervision of Registered Nurses (RNs) and attending physicians.
• Obtain and record accurate vital signs upon arrival and during reassessments.
• Perform clinical tasks and immediately report critical results to medical staff.
• Assist patients with transfers, positioning, hygiene, and mobility using proper body mechanics and equipment.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Required Credential(s):
• One or more of the following:
• Paramedic credentialed from the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• Emergency Medical Tech obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• One or more of the following:
• Instructor specializing in Basic Life Support obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Education

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Additional Preferences

• 1 year of EMT experience
• Advanced Life Support. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Retirement: 403(b) plan
• Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

E-Verify statement

Employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click here for more information.