Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-B / EMT-I) - Ambulance Operations

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Summary:

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* Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities
* Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern)
* Differentials for night/weekend shifts, higher education, certifications and various lead roles (for eligible positions)
* Malpractice liability insurance
* Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department
* EPIC electronic charting system

Responsibilities:

Emergency Vehicle Operation & Safe Transport

*Safely operate and maintain emergency medical vehicles during emergency and non-emergency transports in full compliance with agency policies, protocols, and traffic safety standards.

*Optimize operational performance metrics to ensure efficient out-of-chute, response, and drop times.

*Inspect, clean, sanitize, and restock ambulance inventory, medical supplies, and oxygen (E-cylinders) before and after shifts.

Direct Patient Care & Clinical Interventions

*Perform comprehensive patient assessments, gather medical history, and deliver appropriate pre-hospital emergency care based on licensure scope (BLS / ALS assistance).

*Perform critical, in-scope life-saving interventions, including CPR, AED/defibrillation, basic airway management, oxygen therapy, hemorrhage control, splinting, and wound dressing.

*For EMT-I / AEMT: Initiate peripheral IV therapy, perform phlebotomy, administer state-approved medications/fluids, and assist Paramedics with advanced life support procedures.

*Continuously monitor patient vital signs, cardiac rhythms, pulse oximetry, and clinical condition throughout transport.

Charting & Inter-Agency Collaboration

*Complete prompt, accurate, and comprehensive electronic Patient Care Reports (ePCR) adhering to RESCUE narrative standards.

*Capture accurate patient demographics and insurance information to support legal compliance, continuum of care, and billing/reimbursement requirements.

*Maintain clear, professional communication and collaborative handoffs with receiving physicians, ER nurses, dispatchers, and public safety personnel.

*Provide compassionate basic patient teaching, emotional reassurance, and clear instructions to patients and family members.

Qualifications:

*High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

*NREMT-Basic or NREMT-Intermediate

*BLS certification required at time of hire

*Driver's License: Valid State Driver's License with an acceptable driving record (EVOC or CEVO training preferred).

*Physical Requirements: Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry patients and heavy medical equipment in dynamic environments.

*Compensation reflects EMT-I licensure level

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About Presbyterian Healthcare Services

Presbyterian exists to improve the health of patients, members, and the communities we serve. We are locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with nearly 14,000 employees - including more than 1600 providers and nearly 4,700 nurses.

Our health plan serves more than 580,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans.

AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses.

Compensation Disclaimer

The compensation range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to experience and training, internal equity, and other business and organizational needs.