EMT I: Frontline Emergency Medical Technician

Northwest Health; Valparaiso (IN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwest Health in Valparaiso, IN, seeks an EMT I to provide basic emergency medical care and transportation under supervision of a Paramedic. You will maintain equipment and document patient information, promoting safety within the EMS team.

Responsibilities include patient assessment, vital signs, CPR and first aid, safe operation of emergency vehicles, and regular equipment checks with accurate EMR documentation and proper PPE usage. You must adhere to state laws and departmental policies.

Qualifications

• EMT training program is required.
• EMT Advanced course is preferred.
• Experience in hospital ED or similar setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides basic emergency medical care and transportation.
• Maintains equipment and documents patient information.
• Promotes safety and communication within EMS team.
• Assists with patient assessment, vital signs, and care under supervision.
• Operates emergency vehicles safely and conducts equipment checks.
• Completes EMR documentation in accordance with policy.

Skills

EMS protocols

Communication

EMR documentation

Work under pressure

Education

State EMT training program

EMT Advanced course

Hospital ED experience

Job description

Northwest Health in Valparaiso, IN, seeks an EMT I to provide basic emergency medical care and transportation under supervision of a Paramedic. You will maintain equipment and document patient information, promoting safety within the EMS team.

Responsibilities include patient assessment, vital signs, CPR and first aid, safe operation of emergency vehicles, and regular equipment checks with accurate EMR documentation and proper PPE usage. You must adhere to state laws and departmental policies.