Emergency Medical Technician EMT

Job Description

Job Description

About Northwest Ambulance

At Northwest Ambulance, we are committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality patient care to the communities we serve. Our team is built on integrity, teamwork, and a shared dedication to making a difference—one call at a time. If you're looking for a rewarding career where you can grow, lead, and serve, we'd love to hear from you.

We are seeking dedicated and compassionate Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) to join our growing team. As an EMT with Northwest Ambulance, you will provide pre-hospital and interfacility care, transport patients safely, and represent our organization with professionalism and heart.

As an NWA EMT, your core responsibilities will include:

• Policy & Protocol Compliance — Strictly follow Northwest Ambulance policies, procedures, and County Medical Protocols.
• Timely Task & Documentation Completion — Efficiently complete assigned duties and submit required paperwork promptly.
• Punctuality & Attentiveness — Report to shifts on time and remain alert, focused, and engaged throughout each call.
• Accurate Documentation — Ensure the accuracy of all patient and operational records in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Patient Safety — Identify and mitigate potential risks to patient safety in accordance with established procedures.
• Safe Vehicle Operation — Operate the ambulance safely and responsibly, in full compliance with Washington State laws and company regulations.
• Team Collaboration — Partner with dispatchers, leadership, and crew members to deliver compassionate, timely care—especially during unexpected or high-pressure situations.
• Integrity & Service Excellence — Act with integrity, support the mission and values of Northwest Ambulance, and consistently exceed patient and customer expectations.
• Professional Appearance — Maintain a clean, polished appearance and uphold high uniform standards.
• Vehicle Readiness — Keep the ambulance clean, organized, and fully stocked throughout every shift.
• Additional Duties — Perform other tasks as assigned to support team and operational needs.

Requirements

Required:

• Current Washington State EMT certification (or NREMT with WA reciprocity eligibility)

• Valid Washington State Driver's License - must have maintained for 2 years or longer.

• Clean driving record - limit of 2 citations in past 36 months; DUI and other serious offenses may disqualify candidacy.

• Current CPR/BLS certification (American Heart Association preferred)

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Ability to pass a background check, drug screen, and physical.

• Strong communication, teamwork, and customer service skills

• Ability to work extended shifts, including nights, weekends, and holiday

• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Preferred Skills & Abilities

• Excellent oral and written communication abilities.
• Outstanding interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Proficiency in understanding vital signs, including the correct measurement and interpretation of values.
• Capability to operate an oversize vehicle smoothly and safely.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Superb time management capabilities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced and occasionally stressful environment.
• Ability to complete comprehensive and billable reports for each patient interaction.
• Prior experience in interfacility transport or 911 response
• Familiarity with ESO or similar ePCR documentation systems

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, carry, and move up to 75 lbs and perform repeated bending, kneeling, and lifting.
• Ability to bend and stoop, ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time, possess hand-eye-foot coordination and color recognition, good manual dexterity, with the ability to perform all tasks related to Emergency Medical Services Duty.
• May be periods of prolonged sitting in a vehicle and working on a computer.
• Ability to work in varied weather conditions and high-stress environments.

Benefits

What you can expect from us:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance to ensure the well-being and health of our employees.

Regular, non-exempt field employees who are scheduled to work on designated holidays are paid a premium holiday rate of 1.5 times their regular rate for all hours worked on the holiday.

Our commitment to your financial future is reflected in our generous 401k program. We provide employer matching up to 5% of your salary, empowering you to save for long-term goals.

We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we provide paid time off at the rate of 2.3 hours per 40 hours worked to help you recharge, spend time with loved ones, and pursue personal interests.

To maintain a professional and consistent appearance across our team, uniforms are provided to all employees, ensuring you always look your best while representing our company.

We offer the opportunity to complete continuing education to maintain your certification. No need to find independent CE credits! Work through competencies set forth by the county and utilize on-staff evaluators to sign you off on your psychomotor skills assessments.

Wages :

Wages $26.30 - $36.20. Shifts are either 11, 12, or 13 hours long and have different start times ranging from 4am to 8pm. The assignment of shifts is based on unit availability.

Northwest Ambulance is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for candidates with disabilities participating in the application or interview process.

This is a safety-sensitive position. Employees in this role are responsible for performing duties that directly impact of patients, coworkers, and the public.