Emergency Medical Technician / EMT

Hackensack Meridian Health; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider seeks a dedicated Emergency Medical Services EMT to join their team in Tyler, TX. This full-time role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by providing critical care and support to patients in emergency situations. With a commitment to teamwork and compassion, you'll work alongside skilled professionals in a dynamic environment. The organization values its employees and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with a sign-on bonus. If you're passionate about emergency medical services and want to be part of a supportive team, this position is for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

401k Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Texas DSHS certification as EMT required.
• Must maintain all required certifications.

Responsibilities

• Respond to assigned calls efficiently and provide high standards of patient care.
• Work with a Paramedic on an MICU ambulance.

Skills

Patient Care

Emergency Response

Triage

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Ambulance

Job description

You may be eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $2,500 Sign On Bonus .

Join our team as a full-time, Emergency Medical Services EMT in Tyler, TX.

Fulfilling your purpose begins here:

People First, Always. Here’s how we take care of our people:

• Medical, vision, dental health insurance, health savings account / flexible spending, competitive pay, paid time off, 401k retirement plan with company match, employee assistance program and more

Your team is bigger than your department:

• UT Health Tyler, the flagship hospital of the system, has 502 licensed beds specializing in advanced acute care medicine. Our hospital includes a 24-hour ER with Level 1 trauma center, a comprehensive stroke center, more than 500 physicians and a full complement of subspecialty groups.
• We believe healthcare is a team sport and every player has something to contribute. We show compassion, celebrate differences and treat one another with respect.

Overview

You may be eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $2,500 Sign On Bonus .

Join our team as a full-time, Emergency Medical Services EMT in Tyler, TX.

Fulfilling your purpose begins here:

People First, Always. Here’s how we take care of our people:

• Medical, vision, dental health insurance, health savings account / flexible spending, competitive pay, paid time off, 401k retirement plan with company match, employee assistance program and more

Your team is bigger than your department:

• UT Health Tyler, the flagship hospital of the system, has 502 licensed beds specializing in advanced acute care medicine. Our hospital includes a 24-hour ER with Level 1 trauma center, a comprehensive stroke center, more than 500 physicians and a full complement of subspecialty groups.
• We believe healthcare is a team sport and every player has something to contribute. We show compassion, celebrate differences and treat one another with respect.

Responsibilities

EMTs are accountable for responding to all assigned calls in the most appropriate, efficient manner and providing the highest standards of patient care while keeping a safe and hazard-free environment. The EMT works with a Paramedic on an MICU ambulance and contributes to overall patient care in the areas of patient assessment, triage, packaging and transport according to protocol. There are occasions in which the EMT may work with another EMT on a BLS unit within the system.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Texas DSHS certification as EMT
• Possess and maintain all certifications required by the Medical Control Board and by the UT Health East Texas EMS Master Contract.
• Possess and maintain current Texas motor vehicle operator’s license and meet all company requirements according to policy

Preferred Job Requirements:

• National Registry
• International Trauma Life Support (ITLS) certification or Pre-hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) certification
• Pediatric Education for Pre-Hospital Professionals (PEPP) certification or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification
• 2 years of driving experience

Job Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Texas DSHS certification as EMT
• Possess and maintain all certifications required by the Medical Control Board and by the UT Health East Texas EMS Master Contract.
• Possess and maintain current Texas motor vehicle operator’s license and meet all company requirements according to policy

Preferred Job Requirements:

• National Registry
• International Trauma Life Support (ITLS) certification or Pre-hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) certification
• Pediatric Education for Pre-Hospital Professionals (PEPP) certification or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification
• 2 years of driving experience

EMTs are accountable for responding to all assigned calls in the most appropriate, efficient manner and providing the highest standards of patient care while keeping a safe and hazard-free environment. The EMT works with a Paramedic on an MICU ambulance and contributes to overall patient care in the areas of patient assessment, triage, packaging and transport according to protocol. There are occasions in which the EMT may work with another EMT on a BLS unit within the system.