Emergency Medical Technician - Event Medicine

Ascension; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare organization in Austin, Texas, as a Sports and Event Medicine Professional. This role focuses on providing critical medical support at athletic events, ensuring the safety of student-athletes. You will work independently, demonstrating strong communication skills and medical knowledge while engaging with students and staff in various sports settings.

Benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Health insurance options

Retirement benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• BLS Provider and EMT certifications required.
• High School diploma or Associate's degree or 2 years experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical support at events and emergencies.
• Monitor patient conditions and communicate with medical staff.

Skills

Communication

Independence

Calm under pressure

Education

High School diploma or Associate's degree

Tools

BLS Provider Certification

EMT Certification

Job description

We Are Hiring

• Department: Event Medicine Administration
• Schedule: PRN
• Hospital: Seton Administrative Offices
• Location: Austin, TX

What You Will Do

Provide support treatment, care and evaluation of patients on scene and during transport.

• Arrive to the scene of an emergency, determine the situation, and develop a plan of action.
• Use appropriate medical equipment and comprehend the severity of the injury.
• Monitor patient condition and perform data collection. Communicate findings and patient condition to primary Registered Nurse (RN).
• Assist with the mobilization, ambulation and transport of patients.

What You Will Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Emergency Medical Tech credentialed from the Texas Office of EMS-Trauma Systems obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

Education:

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

Additional Preferences

Join our dynamic Event Medicine Program, part of a leading hospital system, as a Sports and Event Medicine Professional. This position is primarily focused on providing medical support at local Independent School District (ISD) athletic practices and games, offering the opportunity to work with students and student-athletes. The position provides critical care and triage in a variety of sports settings, ensuring student safety during their athletic activities.

In addition to the ISD coverage, there may be opportunities to pick up additional shifts at other events, such as horse shows, music festivals, baseball games, and car racing events, depending on availability. You will work primarily Monday through Friday from 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM, but flexibility is required for scheduling.

• Certification as an EMT, Paramedic, or similar licenserequired

• Experience in sports medicine or a strong interest in learning more about the field is highly preferred.

• Ability to work independently, remain calm under pressure, and think quickly in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong communication skills to effectively interact with student-athletes, coaches, parents, and other medical staff.

• Knowledge of or willingness to learn about common athletic injuries, treatment protocols, and sports medicine practices.

• Independence and Accountability: Must be self-motivated, able to work independently, and demonstrate sound judgment while adhering to established protocols and procedures.

• Field or Event-Based Clinical Experience (Preferred): Experience providing clinical support at events or in field settings is not required but will be considered a strong asset.

• Pediatric Experience (Preferred): Experience working with children or adolescents is a plus, especially in a clinical or athletic context.

Why Join Our Team

Ascension Seton, based in Austin, Texas, has provided thousands of associates and caregivers a rewarding career in healthcare since 1902. Ascension Seton operates more than 100 clinical locations in Central Texas and four teaching hospitals, including Dell Seton Medical Center at The University of Texas and Dell Children's Medical Center. Join us and create a career path you will love.

Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states.

Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.

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.

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As a military friendly organization, Ascension promotes career flexibility and offers many benefits to help support the well-being of our military families, spouses, veterans and reservists. Our associates are empowered to apply their military experience and unique perspective to their civilian career with Ascension.

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Please note that Ascension will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Ascension will not solicit money or banking information from applicants.

This Ministry does not participate in E-Verify and therefore cannot employ STEM OPT candidates.

Benefits

Paid time off (PTO) Various health insurance options & wellness plans Retirement benefits including employer match plans Long-term & short-term disability Employee assistance programs (EAP) Parental leave & adoption assistance Tuition reimbursement Ways to give back to your community

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance and salary range at the time of the offer.