Emergency Medical Technician (EMT Basic)

Allegiance Mobile Health; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegiance Mobile Health is seeking a compassionate EMT-Basic to provide essential pre-hospital care and emergency medical assistance. The EMT-B will respond to 911 calls, assess patients, perform basic life support, and assist in patient transport and transfer under Medical Director protocols.

Join a team dedicated to patient care and dependable service in the San Antonio area. Requires Texas EMT-B certification, CPR, and strong communication under pressure.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Certified EMT-B in Texas and CPR certification required.
• PHTLS or ITLS training preferred.
• Must possess valid Texas driver's license and insurable record.
• Strong communication and ability to read/write English.

Responsibilities

• Respond to 911 and non-911 calls, drive emergency vehicles.
• Assess patient conditions and provide basic life support.
• Assist in patient transport and documentation.
• Maintain vehicle readiness and equipment for emergencies.
• Adhere to departmental policies and procedures.

Skills

Communication

English proficiency

Emergency care experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CPR certification

PHTLS/ITLS training

Job description

WHY JOIN ALLEGIANCE MEDICAL ENTERPRISES?

At Allegiance Medical Enterprises, our employees play an important role in supporting the patients, communities, and healthcare partners we serve.

We believe every role makes a difference. Whether you're providing patient care, supporting emergency operations, coordinating transportation, or keeping our organization running behind the scenes, your contributions help us deliver dependable, high-quality service every day.

We offer opportunities to learn, grow, develop new skills, and build a rewarding career while working alongside a team committed to making a difference.

SUMMARY:

Allegiance Mobile Health is looking for a compassionate and reliable EMT-Basic to provide essential pre-hospital care and emergency medical assistance. The EMT-B will respond to 911 calls, assess patient conditions, perform basic life support procedures, and assist in patient transport and transfer. This role requires strong communication, a calm demeanor under pressure, and a commitment to patient care.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Responsibilities include, but not limited to)

• Responds to emergency and non-emergency calls 24 hours per day, drives a variety of emergency vehicles in all road conditions including inclement weather, dense traffic and rural off-road settings.
• Reads map books and follows written and verbal directions in order to respond in an efficient and safe manner.
• Follows all departmental, local and state driving laws, policies and procedures.
• Uses a variety of communication equipment and appropriately communicates verbally to dispatchers, EMS crews, first responders and other organizations according to departmental policies and procedures.
• Maintains vehicles and equipment in a constant state of readiness and cleanliness.
• Completes daily vehicle and supply checklists and assists with vehicle re-supply, vehicle and equipment decontamination and general readiness-related tasks.
• Immediately reports, in writing, any discrepancies with vehicles, supplies or equipment and their state of readiness.
• Provides direct patient care per Medical Director's authorization and protocols.
• Demonstrates clinical competency in all patient care related instances.
• Demonstrates physical competencies sufficient to allow him/her to lift, carry, transport and extricate patients in all settings, in some cases without assistance.
• Interacts with multiple outside agencies such as Police Departments, Fire Departments and First Responder Organizations. Provides satisfactory customer service and projects professionalism in all contacts.
• Successfully and accurately completes patient care reports, billing information and all other associated documentation in a timely manner.
• Works under physically and psychologically taxing conditions to include inclement weather, temperature extremes, hazardous environments, loud noises and high-stress situations. High potential for exposure to blood-borne pathogens, dangerous chemicals, sharp objects and fall/trip hazards.
• Performs other duties as assigned to include general housekeeping chores and special projects.
• Must successfully pass departmental skills evaluation and fully complete NEOP process before staffing a truck.
• Adhere to company policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Lift, carry, balance and push up to 125 pounds (250 pounds with assistance).
• Demonstrate flexibility and physical coordination by bending from the waist and touching toes, squat with legs parallel to the ground and kneeling with both knees firmly on the ground.
• Climb 20 sets of stairs without rest within 60 seconds.
• Demonstrate fine manual dexterity by performing job related clinical skills (starting IV's, intubating, etc.).
• Have correctable vision adequate to read street signs, see in low light and read small print.

PSYCHOLOGICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Use good judgment and remain calm in high-stress situations.
• Maintain a positive attitude in the face of adversity.
• Have good interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.
• Function under situations of extreme fatigue due to little or no rest, extreme temperatures and inclement weather conditions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school graduate or GED.
• Certified as an EMT in the State of Texas
• CPR certification
• 911 Areas – Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) or International Trauma Life Support (ITLS).
• Communicate effectively
• Read, write, and interpret instructions in the English language
• Previous experience preferred in emergency care
• Must possess a valid Texas driver's license and an insurable driver record.

Allegiance is an EEO employer as defined by the EEOC.