EMT - Emergency Medical Technician

Job Description

The Role

As an EMT in Aurora, you're an essential half of a two-person crew, responding to 911 emergencies across Aurora and Hamilton County and handling interfacility and transfer calls. You'll deliver the full BLS scope — patient assessment, airway and oxygen therapy, bleeding control, splinting, and CPR/AED — alongside your Paramedic partner, under Nebraska protocols and Medical Director standing orders, with the training and support to do the job right.

Location Aurora, Nebraska

Service Lines 911 emergency response + interfacility/transfer (IFT)

Schedule 48/96 rotation — 48 hours on, 96 hours off

Employment Type Full-Time and Part-Time openings

Reports To: EMS Director (Aurora)

What You'll Do

• Respond promptly to 911 and transfer calls within the Aurora and Hamilton County service area
• Work as an integral part of a two-person crew alongside a licensed Paramedic
• Perform patient assessments and deliver Basic Life Support care under Nebraska EMS protocols and Medical Director standing orders
• Provide BLS interventions: airway management and oxygen therapy, bleeding control, splinting, and spinal motion restriction
• Perform high-quality CPR and operate an AED for cardiac arrest patients; assist the Paramedic with ALS interventions as directed
• Safely operate an emergency ambulance to and from scenes and receiving facilities
• Complete electronic patient care reports (ZOLL emsCharts) accurately and on time
• Conduct daily vehicle and equipment readiness checks; document in PSTrax and maintain BLS supply par levels
• Restock and maintain unit supplies, cleanliness, and oxygen at established par levels
• Participate in QA/QI peer review and continuing education
• Treat every patient, family member, and partner agency with professionalism and respect

Benefits & Culture

• Full-time positions include a full benefits package: medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, and more
• Part-time positions offer flexible scheduling that works around your life
• A true 48/96 rotation that protects your days off
• Modern tools in every unit — AT&T FirstNet device, ZOLL emsCharts, and our full technology stack
• Peer recognition through Bonusly
• Real room to grow — from EMT toward Paramedic, field training, and crew leadership

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• BLS/EMT field experience in a 911 and/or transport setting
• Current National Registry (NREMT) certification
• Roots in or genuine commitment to the Aurora / Hamilton County community
• Current, valid Nebraska EMT license
• Current BLS/CPR certification (AHA or ARC)
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record
• U.S. citizenship or authorized to work in the United States

Preferred Qualifications

• Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) completion
• PHTLS or ITLS certification
• Familiarity with ZOLL emsCharts or a comparable ePCR platform

Additional Information

All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.