Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-B / EMT-A)

Join Parachute; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Monthly bonus potential

Job summary

Join Parachute in Baton Rouge, LA is seeking an EMT-B/EMT-A to join our Center Medical team. This full-time role focuses on donor health and safety, performing screenings and exams, and contributing to a positive donor experience in a fast-growing plasma donation network.

You'll collaborate with center staff, maintain health logs, and support phlebotomy and station setup as needed. Candidates must be 18+, have EMT certification in the state, and meet BLS/CPR requirements; physical ability to

Qualifications

• Must be certified/licensed EMT in the state of employment.
• EMT-Bs require 1+ year of work experience.
• Current BLS or CPR certification.
• Able to lift 50 pounds and stand or sit for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Monitor donor eligibility and safety; perform health screenings and physical exams
• Respond to donor reactions and provide care as needed
• Work collaboratively with center staff
• Manage health logs and test results with clinical oversight
• Keep exam rooms clean, stocked, and compliant
• Fully cross trained in all center functions including phlebotomy, processing bottles, and station installation

Skills

EMT Certification

BLS/CPR

Physical Stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-B / EMT-A)

Department: Center Medical

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Baton Rouge, LA

Compensation: $19 - $24/hour ($19 - $21 for EMT-B, $22 - $24 for EMT-A) + benefits and potential monthly bonus

Description

Who We Are We’re building a better way to donate plasma — one that’s fast, friendly, and powered by smart technology - our donor app makes booking and earning easy for donors, and our team makes every visit feel welcoming and personal. We’ve grown from 2 to 55+ locations in under 5 years, and we’re just getting started. If you want to grow your career with a high-energy team, this is a great opportunity.

What You’ll Do As an EMT (Physician Substitute), you will be a key member of the site’s lean team, responsible for donor health and safety and a critical part of the donor experience. You’ll work collaboratively with center staff to create a positive environment for the team and our donors. You will have a unique opportunity to be part of a high-growth organization, one that is changing rapidly and creating new opportunities for our high-performing team members.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor donor eligibility and safety; perform health screenings and physical exams
• Respond to donor reactions and provide care as needed
• Work collaboratively with all center staff
• Manage health logs and test results with clinical oversight
• Keep exam rooms clean, stocked, and compliant
• Beyond your core responsibilities, you will be fully cross trained in all center functions including phlebotomy, processing bottles, and station installation
• Opportunity to gain new responsibilities with the potential to earn more!

Required Qualifications

• At least 18 years old
• High school diploma, GED equivalent, or higher education
• Certified/licensed EMT (Advanced or Basic) in the state of employment
  • For EMT-Bs, 1+ year of work experience
• Current BLS or CPR certification
• Able to lift 50 pounds and stand or sit for extended periods