PRN EMT-Advanced/Intermediate

National Emergency Management and Response; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

National EMR consistently seeks talented and hardworking individuals who are eager to assist impacted communities and first responders on an "as needed basis" as reservist employees. Reservists YOU are part of an elite, all-hazards response cadre who are available to work intermittently, commit to working when needed, and travel/deploy within 24-48 hours.

The cadre plays a key role in keeping National EMR ready to deploy the right people in an emergency management situation.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Current EMT-Intermediate or Advanced EMT certification or license; Texas preferred if not primary residence.
• Must be willing to obtain additional licenses/certifications as needed by mission locations.
• Proven ability to work in fast-paced, multi-disciplinary teams and maintain professional integrity.

Responsibilities

• Understand and adhere to National EMR policies, procedures, and manuals.
• Foster safe work culture and report safety concerns up the chain of command.
• Maintain active status in agency platforms and complete required training.
• Provide medical support or transport services per mission assignment.
• Deliver patient care at appropriate certification level per medical protocols.
• Recognize signs of abuse or neglect and document procedures accordingly.
• Participate in disaster preparedness, response, and recovery initiatives as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

EMT-Intermediate or Advanced EMT certification/license in state of residence (Texas preferred)

Job description

Education

Required - High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Certification

Registered current EMT-Intermediate or Advanced EMT certification or license in state of residence. Current certification or license in the state of Texas is preferred (if not primary state of residence). Cannot be barred from working in any U.S. state. Current NREMT preferred. Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Advanced Cardiac Lift Support (ACLS), and Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) preferred.

Experience

Minimum of one (1) year experience as an EMT is required.

Required ICs Courses

• ICS 100 - Introduction to Incident Command Systems
• ICS 200 - ICs for single resources and Initial Action Incidents
• ICS 700 - National Incident Management Systems (NIMS) and Introduction
• ICS 800 - National Response Framework, An Introduction
• *ICS 300 - Intermediate ICs for Expanding Incidents (must be completed upon hire)
• *ICS 400 - Advanced ICs Command and General Staff - Complex Incidents (must be completed upon hire)
• *Required to be completed within 3 months of hire or will be terminated due to noncompliance.

Summary

National EMR consistently seeks talented and hard-working individuals who are eager to assist impacted communities and first responders on an "as needed basis" as reservist employees. Reservists YOU are part of an elite, all-hazards response cadre who are available to work intermittently, commit to working when needed, and travel/deploy within 24-48 hours. The cadre plays a key role in keeping National EMR ready to deploy the right people in the right jobs quickly in an emergency management situation. These situations could include hurricane responses, mass shooting(s), wildfire responses, and more. As a company we have responded to every major US incident that has occurred in the last 25 years. We are proud of our record and reputation but recognize we can't do this without our reservists. Reservists are often retired local, state, or federal civil service employees who consider this line of work as a movement or a calling. Is this your calling? Are you ready to serve?

Responsibilities and Duties

1. 1. Understand and adhere to the National EMR Policies and Procedures Manual, Uniform Handbook, and Operations Manual.
2. 2. Foster a culture that encourages team members to work safely, identify potential hazards, and report safety concerns immediately to their direct chain of command.
3. 3. Maintain active status within the agency's platforms, including learning management systems to complete training that may be directed toward self-improvement, mission-specifics, or Just-In-Time (JIT) training.
4. 4. Perform clinic duties as directed or provide medical support or transport services based on the mission assignment.
5. 5. Provide patient care based on the appropriate certification level to all patients outlined within utilizing all basic or advanced skills and techniques outlined within your certification level and medical protocols covered by the CMO.
6. 6. Know and recognize the signs of abuse, neglect, exploitation, and sexually provocative behavior when observing clients and implement professional response, reporting, and documenting procedures.
7. 7. Participate in, or assist, an incident management workforce that will conduct disaster preparedness, response, and recovery initiatives as needed.
8. 8. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

1. 1. Maintain current EMT-Intermediate or Advanced EMT license/certification in state of residence.
2. 2. Must be willing to obtain additional licenses/certifications as needed based on locations of mission assignment.
3. 3. Adhere to acceptable standards of professional integrity and accountability in the workplace, and comply with all federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations in all duties.
4. 4. Provide proof of valid driver's license and driving record in good standing with no restrictions (subject to review annually).
5. 5. Demonstrate the ability to:
   a. Respond sensitively and competently to the service population's cultural and socio-economic characteristics.
   b. Work collaboratively with other staff members, service providers, professionals, and clients.
   c. Maintain professional people skills and non-verbal communication skills.
   d. Communicate effectively, verbally and in written form, in English.
   e. Work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining control and professional composure and making decisions based on the needs of the program and service population.
   f. Maintain intermediate to advanced computer literacy (specifically Microsoft Suite).
   g. Be detail oriented and organized.
   h. Work effectively and without intensive supervision both independently and as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
   i. Utilize a variety of communication systems to provide situational awareness across the response (cellular, two-way radio, satellite, etc.).
   j. Perform physical activity such as extensive walking, stretching, bending, and occasionally lifting and/or exceeding 50 lbs.
   k. Work extended hours and/or non-traditional hours (Ex. Weekends, evenings, holidays, in austere conditions).
6. 6. Upon hire must provide current physical-medical release and provide proof of immunizations, exemptions, or declinations for the following:
   a. Influenzab.
   b. MMR
   c. Varicella
   d. HepB
   e. HepA
   f. Tetanus
   g. PPD, IGRA, or Chest X-ray
   h. Meningococcal (preferred)
7. 7. Must successfully pass a scheduled or spontaneous drug screening/background check.

English (United States)

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