Emergency Medical Technician/First Responder (PRN)

Job title: Emergency Medical Technician/First Responder (PRN)

About the Role Emergency Medical Technician/First Responder (PRN) supports on-site safety monitoring and immediate BLS response during USPIS Physical Fitness Exams, ensuring rapid care and proper incident reporting.

What You'll Do

• Set Up and Break Down: Prepare and dismantle testing environments at assigned locations to ensure a safe and efficient operation.
• Health Monitoring: Monitor applicant health status during testing activities, responding promptly to any medical incidents that arise.
• Medical Care: Assess and monitor participants for signs of distress or injury, provide first aid and basic emergency care (e.g., CPR, bleeding control, splinting), request 911 onsite support if needed and provide care until arrival.
• First Aid Kit Maintenance: Regularly check and maintain the readiness of the first aid kit, ensuring all supplies are stocked and up to date.
• Incident Documentation: Document all medical incidents thoroughly and coordinate follow-up actions with the program’s medical oversight team to ensure comprehensive care and reporting.
• Safety Implementation: Assist in implementing preventative measures and conducting safety checks before and during testing to minimize risks and enhance applicant safety. Sessions are scheduled in three-hour blocks with the EMT typically working three hours per event.

What We're Looking For

• Certification: Current state EMT-B certification is required. 1–2 years of field experience responding to medical events in fitness, athletic, or occupational environments.
• BLS: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.
• Knowledge: Strong knowledge of injury prevention, physical exertion risks, and relevant treatment protocols.
• Interpersonal: Ability to maintain a calm demeanor and demonstrate strong decision-making skills under pressure.
• Eligibility: Must have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986.
• Travel: 0-10% travel requirement.

Nice to Have

• Not explicitly listed as separate qualifications in the posting.

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay: Total hourly pay of $35.87 per hour for up to 40 hours per week (base $30.78 + $5.09 Health & Welfare per hour).
• Benefits: 401K with company match.