Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

Rural Staffing Services; Odessa (WA); On-site; USD 33,062 - 44,083; Full time

Job summary

Odessa Memorial Healthcare Center in Odessa, Washington is seeking an Emergency Medical Technician to serve on the front lines of care. You will provide emergency medical care in pre-hospital settings, assist patients during transport, and coordinate with hospital teams and volunteer fire departments.

The role is on-call supplemental with a starting pay of $24.00 per hour based on experience. You will join a dedicated team delivering life‑saving care to the local community and must stay within

Qualifications

• Strong decision‑making skills in high‑pressure situations.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to safety, accuracy, and patient‑centered care.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic or intermediate life support in emergency situations
• Respond to emergency medical services calls and transport patients safely to care facilities
• Assist medical providers during emergency response and stabilization
• Operate emergency vehicles, equipment, and communication systems
• Work collaboratively with volunteer fire department personnel
• Perform patient assessments and deliver care within Washington State scope of practice
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all patient interactions
• Ensure all equipment, vehicles, and supplies are clean, stocked, and ready
• Participate in emergency response scenarios including rescues and evacuations
• Remain calm and effective in high‑stress, fast‑paced situations

Skills

Decision making

Communication

Teamwork

Safety & patient-centered care

Job description

About the job Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

Odessa, Washington | Odessa Memorial Healthcare Center

Salary: Starting at $24.00 per hour based on experience
Position Type: On-call supplemental

When Every Second Matters

This is not a routine role.

This is for someone who stays calm in chaos, acts with purpose, and shows up when people need it most.

Position Overview

We are supporting Odessa Memorial Healthcare Center in seeking an Emergency Medical Technician to serve on the front lines of care.

As an Emergency Medical Technician, you will provide emergency medical care in pre-hospital settings, assist patients during transport, and respond to urgent situations across the community.

You will work closely with the hospital team and local volunteer fire department to deliver safe, efficient, and life‑saving care.

About Odessa Memorial Healthcare Center

Odessa Memorial Healthcare Center is a critical access hospital built on resilience, teamwork, and deep community connection.

Here, emergency responders are not just part of the system.
They are essential to it.

About the Community

Odessa, Washington

In Odessa, you are not responding to strangers.

You are responding to neighbors
Friends
People who know your name

This is a place where your presence carries real weight and your impact is felt immediately.

What You Will Do

• Provide basic or intermediate life support in emergency situations
• Respond to emergency medical services calls and transport patients safely to care facilities
• Assist medical providers during emergency response and stabilization
• Operate emergency vehicles, equipment, and communication systems
• Work collaboratively with volunteer fire department personnel
• Perform patient assessments and deliver care within Washington State scope of practice
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all patient interactions
• Ensure all equipment, vehicles, and supplies are clean, stocked, and ready
• Participate in emergency response scenarios including rescues and evacuations
• Remain calm and effective in high‑stress, fast‑paced situations

What Makes This Role Different

You are not just responding to calls.

You are:

The first point of care in critical moments

A steady presence during uncertainty

Part of a tight‑knit emergency response team

Serving a community that truly depends on you

What We Are Looking For

• Current Washington State Emergency Medical Technician certification
• Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation certification
• Completion of required AIDS training
• Strong decision‑making skills in high‑pressure situations
• Ability to remain calm, focused, and professional during emergencies
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Commitment to safety, accuracy, and patient‑centered care

Schedule and Expectations

• On‑call supplemental role with rotating team schedule
• Must be within ten minutes of response area while on‑call
• Availability includes days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays
• Must remain fit for duty during on‑call shifts
• Field‑based emergency response
• Exposure to high‑intensity and unpredictable situations
• Collaboration with emergency medical services, fire services, and hospital teams

A Role With Real Impact

This is not just a job.

It is a responsibility and an honor to be there when someone needs help the most.

How to Apply

Please apply through Rural Staffing Services to be considered for this opportunity.
We will connect with you directly and guide you through the process.