EMT Emergency Medical Technician

Ascension; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider committed to serving communities for over 135 years. This role offers the opportunity to provide critical care as an Emergency Medical Technician, supporting patients in urgent situations. You will work in a dynamic environment, utilizing your skills to assess emergencies and deliver essential care. With a focus on community well-being, this position not only enhances your professional journey but also allows you to make a significant impact in the lives of others. Embrace a rewarding career path that values compassion and excellence in healthcare.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Health Insurance Options

Retirement Benefits

Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Programs

Parental Leave

Community Engagement Opportunities

Qualifications

• BLS Provider certification required within 30 days of hire.
• Emergency Medical Tech credentialing required.

Responsibilities

• Provide treatment and care for patients during emergencies.
• Monitor patient conditions and communicate with healthcare teams.

Skills

BLS Provider Certification

Emergency Medical Tech Certification

Advanced Life Support

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate's Degree or Technical Degree

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Details

• Department: Emergency Department
• Schedule: Full time, 36 hrs, 3- 12 hr shifts, Evening shift, 12p -12a, every other weekend
• Hospital: Ascension Via Christi St Francis
• Location: Wichita, KS
  
  

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.

Responsibilities

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.
  
  

Requirements

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 Kansas Board of Emergency Medical Services (KSBEMS) required.
• Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Drivers License credentialed from the Kansas Department of Motor Vehicles preferred.
  
  

Education

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

Additional Preferences

No additional preferences.

Why Join Our Team

Ascension Via Christi caregivers have been caring for and providing healing to Kansas communities for more than 135 years. As the largest healthcare provider in Kansas, we offer career opportunities across a number of hospitals, clinics, therapy centers and home health services.

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 will provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, genetic information, carrier status or any other legally protected status or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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.

Pay Non-Discrimination Notice

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.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

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Employment type

• Employment type

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Job function

• Job function

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• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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