Advanced EMT | Emergency Technician

Position Overview

This role supports healthcare professionals in the Emergency Department by assisting with basic procedures and patient care. The Advanced EMT works under the supervision of Registered Nurses, Physician Assistants, or Physicians, providing care to patients across all age groups including infants, children, and adults.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and clean work environment, adhering to unit safety and infection control protocols.
• Assist clinical staff with simple procedures and patient care tasks.
• Provide or assist with splinting, casting, and immobilization of patient extremities.
• Help transport patients to and from the Emergency Department as needed.
• Perform daily equipment checks and maintain logs to comply with regulatory standards.
• Support inventory management, including stocking and ordering supplies and equipment (voluntary).

Qualifications

• Effective oral and written communication skills in English.
• Computer literacy is preferred.
• Ability to meet physical demands such as lifting and pushing patients or equipment.
• Preferred: Minimum of 2 years experience working in an emergency department setting.

Education

• High school diploma or GED required.

Certifications

• Must hold a current EMT or Paramedic certificate.
• Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association Healthcare Provider program required.
• NVCI certification must be obtained within 90 days of hire or transfer.
• For employees with prior CNA certification hired before 2/4/2020, maintain a minimum of 10 related CEUs annually as an alternative to CNA certification.

All candidates must successfully pass a physical evaluation, drug screening, and background check prior to employment. Compliance with regional COVID-19 vaccination mandates is required.