Single Role Emergency Medical Technician (All Levels)

About this role

Performs various skilled duties in the safe response to medical emergencies. Operates apparatus and vehicles responding to emergency medical service (EMS) alarms.&nbsp;<br><br><strong>Environmental Factors</strong><br>Functions indoors (60%) and outdoors (40%) in all types of weather conditions and is exposed to traffic noises, electrical hazards, burns, mechanical hazards, explosives, and biohazards such as bodily fluids, debris, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, and poor ventilation. Protective clothing/devices include biological hazard protection (safety goggles, face mask, latex gloves).<br><br><strong>Physical Factors</strong><br>Physical demands in field operations are substantial involving balancing, bending, stooping, climbing in and out of vehicles, crouching, kneeling, squatting, and reaching above, below, and at shoulder height. Ability to lift equipment weighing up to 50 pounds, carry tools weighing up to 75 pounds, and push/pull a body weighing an average of 165 pounds. Requires hand coordination, motor skills, talking, hearing, and visual acuity sufficient to perform essential job functions. Required to pass the department Physical Performance Assessment.&nbsp;<br><br><stro

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED PLUS one (1) year of experience in an emergency medical care setting. A combination of education, experience, and training may be applied in accordance with City of Las Cruces policy.&nbsp;<br><br><strong><u>Licenses/Certification(s)</u></strong>&nbsp;<br>A Valid Class D driver’s license is required. Current and valid New Mexico Emergency Medical Technician – Basic license is required. Current and valid Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers certification is required. &nbsp; Position requires an acceptable driving record in accordance with City of Las Cruces policies. &nbsp; &nbsp;<br><br><strong>The position has a preference for a New Mexico Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Intermediate or Paramedic license. A copy of your license is required prior to pr