ER EMT I: Fast-Paced Prehospital Care

Community Health Systems; Oro Valley (AZ); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems is seeking an EMT I to deliver basic emergency medical care and transport within the EMS department. The EMT I works under a Paramedic or clinical leader to support patient care, maintain equipment, document information, and promote safety and communication across the team.

Responsibilities include patient assessment, CPR, wound care, immobilization, and timely EMR documentation while ensuring reliable attendance and adherence to policies and protocols.

Qualifications

• State-approved EMT training is required.
• Advanced EMT coursework preferred.
• Experience in hospital ED, ambulance, or critical care transport preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic emergency medical care per state scope and policies.
• Assist with patient assessment and vitals under supervision of a Paramedic.
• Administer first aid and support airway, bleeding control, and immobilization as assigned.
• Safely operate emergency vehicles per policies and traffic laws.
• Conduct shift-start vehicle/equipment checks and restock supplies.

Skills

EMS protocols

CPR basics

Patient communication

Infection control

Equipment/vehicle safety

Education

State-approved EMT training program

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Community Health Systems is seeking an EMT I to deliver basic emergency medical care and transport within the EMS department. The EMT I works under a Paramedic or clinical leader to support patient care, maintain equipment, document information, and promote safety and communication across the team.

Responsibilities include patient assessment, CPR, wound care, immobilization, and timely EMR documentation while ensuring reliable attendance and adherence to policies and protocols.