Emergency Medical Technician I: Fast-Paced EMS Care

Northwest-Health-Porte; Valparaiso (IN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwest-Health-Porte in Indiana is seeking an EMT I to provide basic emergency medical care and transportation under a Paramedic or clinical leader. You will support patient care within the EMS department, maintain equipment, document patient information, and promote safety and communication.

Responsibilities include responding to calls, assisting with assessment and CPR, operating emergency vehicles safely, keeping supplies stocked, and ensuring EMR documentation meets regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• State-approved EMT training program completed.
• EMT Advanced course preferred.
• Experience in hospital ED, ambulance service, or critical care transport preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic emergency medical care per scope of practice.
• Assist with patient assessment and vital signs.
• Administer CPR and wound care as needed.
• Safely operate emergency vehicles.
• Maintain equipment and restock supplies.
• Document patient information in EMR.
• Escalate concerns through the proper chain of command.
• Collaborate with paramedics, nurses, and physicians.

Skills

EMS protocols

Emergency response

Basic Life Support

Communication skills

EMR documentation

Patient safety

Education

EMT training program

EMT Advanced course

Hospital/ED experience

Tools

EMR systems

Emergency vehicles

Job description

Northwest-Health-Porte in Indiana is seeking an EMT I to provide basic emergency medical care and transportation under a Paramedic or clinical leader. You will support patient care within the EMS department, maintain equipment, document patient information, and promote safety and communication.

Responsibilities include responding to calls, assisting with assessment and CPR, operating emergency vehicles safely, keeping supplies stocked, and ensuring EMR documentation meets regulatory standards.