Emergency Medical Technician Basic

Company Description: Navajo Nation Emergency Medical Services (Navajo EMS), part of the Division of Public Safety, provides emergency medical care and patient transportation for communities throughout the Navajo Nation. Our teams work with hospitals, law enforcement, fire services, and other emergency responders to deliver coordinated care for people experiencing illness or injury.

Job Description: Navajo EMS is seeking an Emergency Medical Technician–Basic to provide emergency patient care and transportation. In this role, you will assess patients, deliver treatment within EMT-Basic protocols, and coordinate with medical professionals to support continued care.

Responsibilities include:

• Respond to emergencies, operate emergency vehicles, and transport patients to medical facilities.
• Assess illnesses and injuries, identify additional resource needs, and provide authorized treatment and medications.
• Communicate patient conditions to receiving medical personnel and follow treatment instructions.
• Complete accurate patient care reports and required department records.
• Inspect, clean, and restock vehicles, medical equipment, and supplies.
• Coordinate with other emergency responders and provide shift handoffs.
• Participate in training, meetings, and educational presentations.

Qualifications:

Required:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Current New Mexico EMT-Basic license or Arizona EMT-Basic certification.
• Valid state driver’s license.
• Current CPR certification for healthcare providers.
• Favorable background investigation and successful completion of a physical examination.
• Knowledge of emergency care protocols, CPR, medical terminology, and patient assessment.
• Sound judgment, clear communication, accurate documentation, and effective teamwork.
• Ability to lift and carry at least 100 pounds and perform patient care across varied terrain, weather, and confined spaces.

Preferred:

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office or other computer applications.
• Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support certification.
• Pediatric Education for Pre-Hospital Professional certification.

Requirements After Hire:

• Within 30 days: obtain a Navajo Nation Vehicle Operator’s Permit, current immunization record, and HIPAA and Privacy Act certification.
• Within 45 days: complete physical, medical, and drug-screen examinations and obtain certification through an approved Emergency Vehicle Operator’s Course.
• Additional licenses or certifications may be required. Depending on assignment, fluency in Navajo and English may be required.