Emergency Medical Technician - Part-Time Evenings

Youth Care of Utah; Draper (UT); On-site; USD 22,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401k plan

Job summary

Youth Care in Draper, UT is looking for a part-time EMT for the 3pm-11pm shift to provide first-line medical care in a behavioral health setting. The role involves patient assessment, documenting vitals, and routine medication administration under physician direction.

You will collaborate with clinical staff, document progress, maintain confidentiality, and support patients toward recovery. A high school diploma and EMT licensure with CPR/de-escalation training are required; prior behavioral

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• EMT licensure per state requirements.
• Experience in behavioral health setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Accurately obtain and document vital signs.
• Assess cardiac and respiratory status and respond to emergencies.
• Assist with biopsychosocial assessments and patient admissions/discharges.
• Monitor patient well-being and report changes to staff.
• Maintain records of progress and services.
• Give medications as instructed by physicians where allowed.
• Collaborate with staff to aid patient recovery and safety.
• Follow confidentiality policies and professional conduct.

Skills

Vital signs documentation

Emergency medical care

Patient assessment

Education

High School diploma

EMT certification/training

Tools

CPR certification

De-escalation training

Restraint training

Job description

Overview

Youth Care is looking to hire a part-time EMT for our 3pm-11pm shift!

PURPOSE STATEMENT:

As the industry leader in providing mental health services to young people and their families for the last three decades, Youth Care’s solid strength gives unparalleled support to all employees. We offer a competitive salary and great benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401k plans. This combined with the opportunity to work with top industry professionals in a comprehensive network of companies makes Youth Care the perfect place to gain valuable experience in a behavioral health setting.

Provide first-line medical or emergency care for sick or injured patients, as well as routine medication pass and weekly assessments.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Accurately obtain and document vital signs including temperature, pulse, respirations and blood pressure.
• Use emergency skills and knowledge to assess a patient’s cardiac and respiratory status or manage and respond to emergencies.
• Assist with the completion of patient biopsychosocial assessment, including assisting with admission and discharge of patients.
• Monitor physical and emotional well-being of patients and report unusual behavior or physical ailments to appropriate staff.
• Prepare and maintain records of progress and services performed.
• Give medications, following instructions from physicians, other prescribing medical professionals or where approved by state law or regulations for EMTs.
• Collaborate with other staff in working with the population of the facility to treat, rehabilitate and return patients to the community.
• Comply with organizational policies, procedures, performance improvement initiatives and maintain organizational and industry policies regarding confidentiality.
• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Additional education or training which results in certification or licensure as an EMT per state requirements required.
• Previous experience in behavioral health setting, as well as knowledge and experience working with the population of the facility, preferred.

LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Current Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) licensure, per state requirements.
• CPR, de-escalation and restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
• First aid may be required based on state or facility.

ADDITIONAL REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS:

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