EMTs with Purpose - Join Our Downey Team

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Downey (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in emergency medical services is seeking dedicated EMTs to join their team in Downey. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the community while working in a dynamic and supportive environment. EMTs will be responsible for transporting patients and providing essential care during emergencies. With a focus on teamwork, critical thinking, and patient-centered service, this position invites individuals who thrive in fast-paced settings and are committed to excellence. Join a company that values your growth and offers numerous benefits, including bonuses and flexible schedules, while you make a difference in people's lives.

Benefits

Stay-On Bonus of $5,000 after 2 years

Daily Hustle Bonuses

Flexible Schedules

Career Advancement Programs

Free Continuing Education

Healthcare Benefits

401(k) Retirement Plan

Free Snacks during shifts

Qualifications

• Valid California EMT Certification & Ambulance Driver’s License required.
• BLS CPR Certification is necessary for the role.

Responsibilities

• Transport and administer basic life support treatment to patients.
• Document patient care and maintain communication with dispatch.

Skills

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Patient care

Critical thinking

Communication

Education

EMT Certification

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Medical equipment

Communication equipment

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Downey, CA

Position Type: Full-Time/Part-Time

Education Level: EMT Certification

Salary Range: $20.50 Hourly

Job Shift: Any

Job Category: Health Care

Your Next Adventure Begins Here

Calling all EMTs in Downey, Paramount, Whittier and surrounding Area – are you looking for a company that will invest in you as much as you invest in the company? LifeLine EMS is actively hiring EMTs that thrive in chaos, are creative with finding solutions, and will have their partners back through and through. If you are looking for a place that challenges you to think critically in evolving situations, give you the ability to test your skills, and be given the chance to advance your career, look no further. Whether you’re fresh out of the program or have multiple years under your belt, come join a company that’s about keeping up with the latest technology, ensuring you have the resources to get the job done, but most importantly, taking care of our community.

What LifeLine Will Give To you:

• Money Up For Grabs - we offer a ton of differentials depending on your shifts and location.
• Loyalty Pays - stick with LifeLine for 2 years and you'll get $5,000 as a Stay-On Bonus.
• Daily Hustle Bonuses - be efficient with your work and you'll be eligible to get bonuses for extra calls you finish that day.
• Flexibility with Schedules - we get it, life happens. We'll work to find a schedule that works for you.
• Explore SoCal – we support medical facilities all throughout Los Angeles, Orange County, and the Valley. You’ll get a chance to visit new facilities, network with key figures, and you’ll always get to experience something new.
• Work With The Dream Team – who doesn’t want the right balance of working with an effective team with good vibes? Our people know how to get the job done and have fun doing it.
• Free Snackies – special deliveries during your shift for a quick pick-me-up! Who doesn’t love free food while working.
• Set You Up For The Future – whether your future is in leadership, in a hospital, or in public safety, we offer classes and programs that elevate your game, prepare you for future promotions, and make you more money!

EMT 101:

• Answer The Call of Duty: You will be the medical professional to oversee interfacility transports or hospital discharge of patients. From the pickup, transit, and drop off of the patient, you’ll oversee every step to ensure our community is provided excellent care.
• New Experiences Every Shift: No day is ever the same in the medical field and at LifeLine, you’ll be exposed to a variety of patients and call types. Some of the calls include ALS, CCT, and NICU/PICU.
• Be The Leader You Are: In many circumstances, you will be faced with challenges that require immediate action. You will learn how to take charge of a situation and collaborate with your team towards success.
• Know The Script, Trust Your Instinct: We are looking for providers that know how to provide the highest level of care to the community, but more importantly – disruptors that aren’t afraid to push boundaries and challenge the norm to be better.
• Professional Lifehacker: Use all your knowledge and tools on hand to ensure the patient is cared for. You don’t have to build a suit from scraps like Iron Man, but you should be resourceful with solutions that go beyond the textbook.
• Chronicle Your Journeys: Documentation is everything! It is important that you take record of all that’s done on shift to ensure your heroic efforts are echoed in all of eternity.

Does This Describe You?

• A problem-solver who doesn’t give up – loves to be in high-pressure, fast-paced situations.
• Ready to squad up – being a team player, a key collaborator, and always looking out for your partner’s back because they will look out for yours.
• A champion of the people – have the social ability to connect with people instantly and being able to conduct your assessments efficiently.
• The person with a plan – life is always throwing curve balls, but you’re the type that knows how to pivot and execute.
• Dedicated to the grind – knows that the work never stops, but isn’t afraid to put your foot down and get to work.
• All about the patient – understands that we are in the business of people and it is the people we serve, that take priority. Patient care is at the forefront of everything you do.

What You Bring To The Table

• Valid California EMT Certification & Ambulance Driver’s License
• Clean Driving Record (we want to save people, not be saved)
• BLS CPR Certification (because, obviously)
• A love for safety, compliance, and keeping you and your team out of danger

Sound like something you want to be part of?

We’re looking for EMTs that want to shake things up, try new things, and do their best! If you’re built different and ready to make an impact, apply now!

Full Job Description

Job Summary:

Transports, and administers basic life support treatment, to sick or injured persons in the pre-hospital and inter-facility settings, as authorized by the local EMS Agency Medical Director, by performing the following duties, within the prescribed scope of practice and all applicable regulatory guidelines for pre-hospital care.

Essential Functions:

• Responds to instructions from emergency medical dispatcher and drives the specially equipped emergency vehicle to specified locations and hospitals. Monitors communication equipment to maintain contact with the dispatcher.
• Determines nature and extent of illness or injury, or magnitude of catastrophe, to establish basic life support procedures to be followed or need for additional assistance, basing decisions on statements of persons involved, examination of victim or victims, and knowledge of emergency medical practice.
• Removes or assists in removal of victims from vehicles, or the scene of an accident or catastrophe, and assists in the transfer of victims to receiving facilities. Assists in controlling crowds, protecting valuables, or performing other duties at the scene of an accident or catastrophe.
• Takes and records patient’s vital signs, including blood pressure, pulse, and respiratory rate. Administers prescribed treatment at the site of an emergency, or in specially equipped vehicles, performing such activities as first aid, immobilization of injuries, application of splints, administration of oxygen, treatment of minor wounds or abrasions, or administration of basic life support procedures.
• Assists admitting and billing personnel to obtain and record information related to the patient’s vital statistics and to establish the necessity for medical transportation.
• Maintains vehicles, medical and communication equipment and replenishes equipment and supplies. Completes field care report patient billing/trip ticket and daily driver's unit checkout form.
• Participates in Quality Improvement activities including chart audits, peer reviews, and focused studies.
• Participates in continuing education activities as a student, instructor, and proctor.
• Participates in Safety and Risk training and activities.
• Serves as a company representative promoting positive customer relationships through proactive involvement in public business and community activities.
• Ensures a safe and productive work environment. Be a steward of safety, that you and your peers operate safely, in an environment free from danger and risk.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

Compliance & Safety:

• Reviews paperwork for accuracy and correct process.
• Must participate in scheduled and unscheduled onsite compliance audits.
• Implements corrective/preventive measures as determined by the Corporate Compliance/Audit Committee.
• Cooperates with Internal Audit, Compliance and People Operations on any recommendations and changes to compliance and legal workflow issues.
• Takes swift and immediate action in accordance with Internal Audit and Corporate Compliance on any areas of concern.
• Complies and enforces all policies and procedures.
• Has successfully completed all required Compliance Training within the required time period.
• Has had no compliance-related corrective action during the current review period.
• Participates in Safety and Risk training and activities.
• Serves as a company representative promoting positive customer relationships through proactive involvement in public business and community activities.
• Ensures a safe and productive work environment. Be a steward of safety, that you and your peers operate safely, in an environment free from danger and risk.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

Cognitive/Psychosocial Requirements:

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to accurately complete forms and write concise and accurate reports.
• Ability to effectively present information to co-workers, licensed healthcare professionals, communications center personnel, supervisors, managers, and administrators.
• Ability to listen actively and comprehend the meaning of communications with co-workers, licensed healthcare professionals, communications center personnel, supervisors, managers, and administrators.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to read and interpret routine performance data and bar graphs.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding in order to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Ability to define problems, establish facts based on both objective and subjective data, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to interpret basic physiological and psychological signs and symptoms and identify those that are not normal.

Qualifications:

• 1-3 months of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Education, Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Current California Driver’s License with an approved driving record.
• Current California Ambulance Driver’s Certificate (DL 61).
• Current State of California EMT-1 Certification.
• Current Medical Examiner’s Certificate (DL 51/MCSA-5875).
• Current CPR Certification.
• Current BLS Certification.
• Current Orange County Provider’s License (if applicable).
• Current City of Los Angeles DOT permit (if applicable).

Benefits:

• Healthcare/EMS Leadership and Development Training and Education.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan.
• Flexible Shifts - 10 Hour Shifts.
• Full Time – Medical, Dental, Vision, Accidental Insurance.
• Full Time - $5,000 Stay-On Bonus.
• Shift differentials on select priority shifts including CCT and Overnights.
• Daily bonuses for EMT engagements, calls, and referrals.
• Holiday Pay.
• Career Advancement and Programs for Career Progression.
• Certification and Credential Reimbursement.
• Paramedic School Sponsorship Program.
• Free Continuing Education including CRP recertification.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The employee is frequently required to climb or balance and taste or smell.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 150 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• The employee must have close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The employee is regularly exposed to various extreme weather conditions.
• The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts.
• The employee is frequently exposed to high, precarious places.
• The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles.
• The employee is frequently exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals.
• The employee is frequently exposed to the risk of electrical shock and vibration.
• The employee is frequently exposed to biohazard and infectious waste.
• The employee is occasionally exposed to the risk of radiation.
• The noise level the employee is exposed to is usually loud.

Closing Statement:

This brief summary is not an all-inclusive description of job duties. Other job duties and responsibilities may also be assigned by the incumbent’s supervisor at any time based upon Company need.

Support the Mission Statement and Philosophy of LifeLine Ambulance:

• Develop a plan for maintaining your own professional growth and development.
• Evidence of respect for dignity, welfare, basic rights of all patients and team members.
• Maintain an elevated level of competency within the staff.

LifeLine Ambulance is a proud Equal Opportunity employer, m/f/d/v.