Allegiance Mobile Health of West Houston, TX is looking to hire Advanced Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT ADV).
Starting pay begins at $14/hr and is based on your DSHS certification level and years of experience. Your starting pay may be higher based on these factors. The average yearly earnings for a FT EMT ADV in this area is $54,000.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (Responsibilities include, but not limited to)
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Responds to emergency and non-emergency calls 24 hours per day, drives a variety of emergency vehicles in all road conditions including inclement weather, dense traffic and rural off-road settings.
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Reads map books and follows written and verbal directions in order to respond in an efficient and safe manner.
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Follows all departmental, local and state driving laws, policies and procedures.
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Uses a variety of communication equipment and appropriately communicates verbally to dispatchers, EMS crews, first responders and other organizations according to departmental policies and procedures.
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Maintains vehicles and equipment in a constant state of readiness and cleanliness.
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Completes daily vehicle and supply checklists and assists with vehicle re-supply, vehicle and equipment decontamination and general readiness-related tasks.
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Immediately reports, in writing, any discrepancies with vehicles, supplies or equipment and their state of readiness.
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Provides direct patient care per Medical Director's authorization and protocols.
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Demonstrates clinical competency in all patient care related instances.
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Demonstrates physical competencies sufficient to allow him/her to lift, carry, transport and extricate patients in all settings, in some cases without assistance.
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Interacts with multiple outside agencies such as Police Departments, Fire Departments and First Responder Organizations. Provides satisfactory customer service and projects professionalism in all contacts.
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Successfully and accurately completes patient care reports, billing information and all other associated documentation in a timely manner.
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Works under physically and psychologically taxing conditions to include inclement weather, temperature extremes, hazardous environments, loud noises and high-stress situations. High potential for exposure to blood-borne pathogens, dangerous chemicals, sharp objects and fall/trip hazards.
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Performs other duties as assigned to include general housekeeping chores and special projects.
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Must successfully pass departmental skills evaluation and fully complete NEOP process before staffing a truck.
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Adhere to company policies and procedures.
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Other duties as assigned.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
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Lift, carry, balance and push up to 125 pounds (250 pounds with assistance).
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Demonstrate flexibility and physical coordination by bending from the waist and touching toes, squat with legs parallel to the ground and kneeling with both knees firmly on the ground.
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Climb 20 sets of stairs without rest within 60 seconds.
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Demonstrate fine manual dexterity by performing job related clinical skills (starting IV's, intubating, etc.).
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Have correctable vision adequate to read street signs, see in low light and read small print.
PSYCHOLOGICAL REQUIREMENTS:
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Use good judgment and remain calm in high-stress situations.
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Maintain a positive attitude in the face of adversity.
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Have good interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.
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Function under situations of extreme fatigue due to little or no rest, extreme temperatures and inclement weather conditions.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• High school graduate or GED.• Certified as an EMT in the State of Texas• CPR certification• 911 Areas – Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) or International Trauma Life Support (ITLS).• Communicate effectively• Read, write, and interpret instructions in the English language• Previous experience preferred in emergency care• Must possess a valid Texas driver's license and be insurable.
Allegiance is an EEO employer as defined by the EEOC.
