EMT/EMT Advanced

UMC Health System; Lubbock, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

UMC Health System in Lubbock, TX is looking for an Emergency Medicine Technician to join the EMS unit, responding to emergency and non-emergency calls. Reports to the EMS Supervisor.

The role involves instructing CPR and emergency care, operating response vehicles, assessing scenes, delivering patients to hospitals, and maintaining equipment. Certification requirements include Texas EMT-B or AEMT, BLS, and a clean driving record; EMT-P training within 24 months is expected.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Texas EMT-B or AEMT certification in good standing with Texas DPS Health Systems.
• BLS: Basic Life Support certification by The American Heart Association.
• Class C driver license with no DWI convictions in the prior 10 years.
• EMT-P required within 24 months of being in the role.
• Must be fluent in English.

Responsibilities

• Instructs first responders and the public on CPR and emergency care curriculums.
• Operates response vehicles in emergency and non-emergency traffic modes.
• Evaluates scenes and responds to conditions as per policies and protocols; assesses patient and provides medical care on the scene and in route to the hospital.
• Delivers patients to hospitals; documents activities, including patient care, via written and electronic media.
• Maintains EMS vehicles and equipment; performs routine maintenance and cleaning at EMS facilities.
• Performs other related duties and responsibilities related to Emergency Medicine Education and Experience.

Skills

EMT-B

AEMT

CPR instruction

BLS

English fluency

Driver's license

GPS/area knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Texas EMT-B or AEMT certification

Job description

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UMC EMS shifts are 12 hours long. We follow the Panama schedule format where every other three-day weekend is off.

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Job Summary

The Emergency Medicine Technician serves as a crew member on the EMS unit responding to emergency and non-emergency calls for service. Reports to: Supervisor, EMS

Job Specific Responsibilities

• Instructs first responders and the public on CPR and emergency care curriculums
• Operates response vehicles in emergency and non-emergency traffic modes
• Evaluates scenes and responds to conditions as per policies and protocols; assesses patient and provides medical care on the scene and in route to the hospital
• Delivers patients to hospitals; documents activities, including patient care, via written and electronic media
• Maintains EMS vehicles and equipment; performs routine maintenance and cleaning at EMS facilities
• Performs other related duties and responsibilities related to Emergency Medicine Education and Experience
• High School Diploma or GED Required Licensures/Certifications/Registrations
• Possess Texas EMT-B or AEMT certification in good standing with Texas Department of Safety Health Systems
• BLS: Basic Life Skills certification by The American Heart Association
• Class C driver license with no DWI convictions in the prior 10 years
• EMT-P required within 24 months of being in the role

Skills and Abilities

• Practical knowledge of medicolegal aspects of pre-hospital patient care is essential
• Basic medical terminology and pre-hospital patient care skills
• Effective communicator, both verbally and in writing; Must speak English fluently
• Knowledge of the Lubbock geographical areas or the ability to effectively read GPS coordinates

Interaction with Other Departments and Other Relationships

This position will interact with patients, their family members, health care providers, members of public safety and law enforcement personnel, students, volunteers, and fellow employees

Physical Capabilities

Frequently exerts a medium amount of force to lift, carry, push, pull and move patients or objects. Frequently work involves standing, walking, bending, stooping, crouching and kneeling. Occasionally work involves sitting, running, climbing stairs, climbing ladders and crawling.

Environmental/Working Conditions

Emergency Medical Services provides crew quarters which are well lighted and ventilated. This position is subject to adverse weather and working conditions. The paramedic is frequently exposed to blood, and other infectious agents. Occasionally work involves the paramedic to be outdoors, in confined spaces, heights, underground, wet, and dry environment with a wide range of temperatures. Frequently work involves a noisy environment, and unusual lighting.

UMC Health System provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

*Request for accommodations in the hire process should be directed to UMC Human Resources.*

Benefits:

• Resilience program
• Emotional
• Physical
• Spiritual
• Financial
• Career Community
• On-Site Professional Counselors (EAP)
• Discounted Pharmacy Cost
• Cash Retention Bonus (only one in our region)
• Retirement Benefits w/Employer Match
• PTO & Extended Illness
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• And more at: https://apps.umchealthsystem.com/documents/wellness.pdf

UMC Vision, Mission and Standards:

Vision: To Serve Our Patients in the Best Teaching Hospital in the Country

Mission Statement: Service is our passion. We serve by providing safe, high quality care to all, achieving excellent financial performance, and training tomorrow’s healthcare professionals.

Standards of Excellence: Attitude, Communication, Responsiveness, Compassion, Teamwork, Ownership, Safety and Respect

About UMC Magnet Designated 501 licensed beds 62 Site locations Regions only Level I Trauma Center Regions only BICU DNV accredited Primary teaching hospital for the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) Ranked as one of the Best Places to Work in Texas by Texas Monthly

UMC Physicians Culture, Vision, Mission, and Standards:

Culture: Service is Our Passion

Vision: The best place to work and the best place to receive healthcare.

Mission Statement: To improve the quality of life for our community by providing the best patient experience for every patient.

Standards: Teamwork, Respect, Accountability, Compassion, Kindness

About UMCP 35 Practice Locations – private practices and urgent care centers Over 125 physicians and advanced practice providers Ranked as “One of the Best Places to Work in Texas” by Texas Monthly Employee Engagement Score of 96% measured by Press Ganey Associates