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EMS/AIR 1 Careers

Answer the Call. Come to East Texas.

UT Health East Texas EMS is currently hiring paramedics, EMTs and 911 dispatchers in the heart of the piney woods of East Texas. UT Health East Texas EMS responds to over 60,000 emergency calls a year and is the only ambulance service accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Ambulance Services in the region. Plus, UT Health East Texas has ten hospitals across East Texas, so you are never too far from care.

Career development opportunities across UT Health East Texas from EMT to paramedic and registered nurse.

Benefits include:

  • $10,000 Sign-On Bonus for Paramedics
  • $2,500 Sign-On Bonus for EMTs
  • Market Leading Salary
  • Flexible Insurance Plans
  • 401(k) Retirement Program
  • Paid Time Off / Extended Sick Time
  • Paid Continuing Education
  • Up to $5,000 Relocation Bonus

UT Health East Texas EMS is seeking an experienced EMT. We are looking for your experience, knowledge, and patient care skills in our EMS division where you will be responsible for:

Major duties and responsibilities:

  • Prompt and regular attendance at work.
  • Effectively follow all UT Health East Texas EMS policies, procedures, guidelines, and chain of command.
  • Follow medical care practices as documented in UT Health East Texas EMS Protocols and mandated by the Medical Control Board. The scope of medical practice will be confined to medical practice as defined by the Department of State Health Services (DSHS), unless otherwise specified by directives or protocols from the Medical Director.
  • Maintain all required certifications according to company policy.
  • Attendance at all Continuing Education (CE) courses as policy dictates.
  • Assess and treat any medical situation with appropriate techniques (resources and equipment) while maintaining the highest standard of patient care and professionalism according to current company standards.
  • Conduct self in a highly ethical and professional manner projecting a positive company image while always maintaining a neat and professional appearance in accordance with company policies.
  • Maintain a positive, professional, and cooperative working relationship with physicians, nurses, public safety agencies, the public, allied health professionals, and other members of our EMS system.
  • Complete all documentation regarding patient care and billing information in accordance with company policy.
  • Maintain thorough knowledge of the ambulance and equipment, its function and use and reporting any malfunction or damage to equipment promptly in accordance with company policy.
  • Maintain the ambulance in a clean, organized and response ready mode.
  • When assigned as an Operator/Driver, will be responsible to always operate the assigned ambulance under control and in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws that govern ambulance operation, and in accordance with approved company policy and safe and efficient ambulance operation.
  • Responsible for safe handling of patient transport during loading and unloading, transport on stretcher, and actual transport on the ambulance.
  • Function as Incident Commander

UT Health East Texas EMS is seeking a 911 operator. We are looking for your experience, knowledge, and communication skills in our EMS division where you will be responsible for:

Major duties and responsibilities:

  • Prompt and regular attendance at work.
  • Receives requests for ambulance service within established time requirements.
  • Working knowledge of all communications/computer equipment.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with citizens, medical professionals, public officials, and political leaders.
  • Processes calls for service per medical protocols within established Q.I. standards.
  • Other duties as assigned.

UT Health East Texas EMS is seeking an experienced Paramedic. We are looking for your experience, knowledge, and patient care skills in our EMS division where you will be responsible for:

Major duties and responsibilities:

  • Prompt and regular attendance at work.
  • Effectively follow all UT Health East Texas EMS policies, procedures, guidelines, and chain of command.
  • Follow medical care practices as documented in UT Health East Texas EMS Protocols and mandated by the Medical Control Board. The scope of medical practice will be confined to medical practice as defined by the Department of State Health Services (DSHS), unless otherwise specified by directives or protocols from the Medical Director.
  • Maintain all required certifications according to company policy.
  • Attendance at all Continuing Education (CE) courses as policy dictates.
  • Assess and treat any medical situation with appropriate techniques (resources and equipment) while maintaining the highest standard of patient care and professionalism according to current company standards.
  • Conduct self in a highly ethical and professional manner projecting a positive company image while always maintaining a neat and professional appearance in accordance with company policies.
  • Maintain a positive, professional, and cooperative working relationship with physicians, nurses, public safety agencies, the public, allied health professionals, and other members of our EMS system.
  • Complete all documentation regarding patient care and billing information in accordance with company policy.
  • Maintain thorough knowledge of the ambulance and equipment, its function and use and reporting any malfunction or damage to equipment promptly in accordance with company policy.
  • Maintain the ambulance in a clean, organized and response ready mode.
  • When assigned as an Operator/Driver, will be responsible to always operate the assigned ambulance under control and in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws that govern ambulance operation, and in accordance with approved company policy and safe and efficient ambulance operation.
  • Responsible for safe handling of patient transport during loading and unloading, transport on stretcher, and actual transport on the ambulance.
  • Function as Incident Commander

Want to join our team?

  • Above market pay rate
  • Multiple stipend opportunities
  • Supportive leaders and team members
  • Work with the latest technology (Stryker Powerloaders, Hamilton Vents, NICU transport)
  • Direct pathways to nursing education/careers (UT System)
  • AIR 1 flight program
  • CAAS accredited
  • Live in a state with low cost of living and no state income tax

East Texas provides a number opportunities to enjoy life to its fullest. Amid the piney woods, there are a number of opportunities to enjoy the great outdoors - with 25+ lakes, state and community parks, walking and biking trails and more. You can find a variety of dining, shopping and entertainment options. And, Dallas and Shreveport are short drives away, providing even more options in these areas. Educational opportunities abound with some of the best public and private schools in the region. By living in east Texas, you will experience a low cost of living along with no state income tax. Our public and private school systems offer great education for your family.

Join our EMS team. It's the most rewarding job you'll ever have, in the best part of Texas so come be a part of the team answering the call in the fastest growing area in East Texas.

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