Join our dynamic team as a Full-Time EMT at Southwest Health System, Inc. in the beautiful Cortez, Colorado! This is your chance to make a tangible difference in the lives of others while enjoying an exciting, fast-paced work environment. Whether you're a Basic, Advanced, Intermediate, or Paramedic level professional, every day presents a new challenge and an opportunity to showcase your skills. Experience the thrill of being on the frontline of health care, where your expertise directly impacts patient care and outcomes.

Plus, enjoy the flexibility of an onsite position that allows you to be thoroughly engaged with your community. With competitive pay ranging from $17.25/hr to $30.31/hr, you'll be rewarded for your dedication and hard work. As a team member you'll be able to enjoy benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Health Savings Account, Paid Time Off, Employee Discounts, 403 (b), and Employee Assistance Program. Step into a role where empathy and integrity drive every interaction and elevate your career while working alongside a supportive and fun-loving team!

Hello, we're Southwest Health System, Inc.

SHS was established in 1914, Southwest Health System, Inc. has a rich history of serving rural communities and has a strong mission to provide the highest quality healthcare to our patients. We offer comprehensive "care close to home", helping people in small towns receive quality operations and services you'd only expect from a big city. By only using the latest technology and employing the best staff, we create a patient experience unlike any other. Our employees love our respectful culture, our excellent compensation package, and our incredible location, making our hospital the place to build dream careers!

Your role as a EMT - Any Level (Basic, Advanced, Intermediate, Paramedic)

As a Full-Time Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) at Southwest Health System, Inc. in Cortez, Colorado, you will play a crucial role in providing essential emergency medical care and transportation for critical and emergent patients. Your expertise in basic knowledge and skills will enable you to deliver high-quality patient care while adhering to the standards set forth by the Code of Colorado Regulations Emergency Medical Services 6 CCR 1015-3. Working under medical oversight, you will engage with a comprehensive EMS response team, ensuring seamless communication and swift action during high-pressure situations. Utilizing basic equipment typically found on an ambulance, you will perform life-saving interventions that serve as a vital link between the scene of an emergency and the wider health care system.

This position promises not only a rewarding career but also the opportunity to impact lives in your community every day.

Are you the EMT - Any Level (Basic, Advanced, Intermediate, Paramedic) we're looking for?

To excel as a Full-Time Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) at Southwest Health System, Inc. in Cortez, Colorado, candidates must possess a robust set of skills and certifications.

Knowledge and skills required for the position are:

Regulatory/Educational Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Current Emergency Medical Technician Certification within state of Colorado.
• Current BLS certification.
• Must obtain certifications in IS-100.b or IS-100.HCb (Introduction to the Incident Command System)
  IS-200.b or IS-200.HCa (Applying Incident Command System (ICS) to Healthcare Organizations)
  IS-700.a (National Incident Management System)
  IS-800.b (National Response Framework an Introduction).
• EVOC (Emergency Vehicle Operators Course) within six months of employment.
• PHTLS (Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support) and EPC (Emergency Pediatric Care) certification is preferred but not required.
• Haz-Mat Awareness is preferred but not required.
• Valid motor vehicle operator's license with continued clear driving record required.

Language Skills:

• Able to communicate effectively in English
• both verbally and in writing.
• Additional languages preferred.

Skills:

• Basic computer knowledge.
• Strong communication skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.

Are you ready for an exciting opportunity?

If this sounds like the right job for you, don't wait - apply today to join our team. We look forward to hearing from you!

** THIS POSITION WILL REMAIN OPEN FOR A MINIMUM OF 7 DAYS. AFTER THAT DATE
THE POSITION WILL CLOSE WHEN A SUITABLE CANDIDATE IS SELECTED. **

As a condition of employment by Southwest Health System (SHS), you will be required to authorize SHS to conduct a background check prior to your commencing work at SHS, which includes a criminal investigation and verification of citizenship/immigration status, employment history, and education. If you are selected for this position, prior to appointment, you will also be subject to a drug testing for illegal drug use. SHS positions are subject to a Post Offer-Pre Work Screen. This physical exam will determine the capability of the applicant to perform the essential functions.

In consideration for the offer of employment set forth, you hereby waive any and all claims that you may have against SHS for invasion of your privacy in respect of the physical exam, drug testing and background checks referenced above.