Overview

Job Overview

The Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) provides direct patient care and clinical support in an outpatient healthcare setting. This role follows established clinical workflows and safety protocols while assisting with patient intake, treatments, specimen collection, medications, vaccinations, and daily clinic operations.

The ideal candidate is organized, attentive to detail, patient-focused, and capable of delivering safe and efficient care while recognizing and escalating concerns when necessary.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care according to established policies, procedures, and clinical standards.
• Complete patient intake, including obtaining vital signs, confirming allergies and medications, and documenting visit information.
• Collect, prepare, and process patient specimens as required.
• Administer medications and vaccines as ordered and within applicable scope of practice.
• Perform procedures such as heat and cold applications and specialized skin care.
• Monitor patient comfort, safety, and changing care needs.
• Respond promptly and professionally to patient requests and provide assistance when needed.
• Document treatment results, observations, complaints, and other relevant patient information.
• Follow up on outstanding patient care responsibilities and communicate incomplete assignments to the appropriate clinical leader.
• Clean and sterilize instruments and maintain exam rooms in a safe, organized, and ready-to-use condition.
• Complete required safety and equipment checklists.
• Maintain adequate clinical supplies and report non-routine issues promptly.
• Work collaboratively with nurses, providers, and other members of the healthcare team.
• Prioritize tasks effectively while maintaining high standards of patient safety and service.

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or GED.
• Current California Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification.
• Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification upon hire.
• California Phlebotomist certification.

Preferred

• At least 1 year of experience in an acute-care hospital or emergency department environment.
• Strong patient-care, communication, organizational, and documentation skills.
• Ability to follow established clinical procedures and respond appropriately to changing patient needs.

About Community Hospital of San Bernardino

Founded in 1910, Dignity Health – Community Hospital of San Bernardino is a 343-bed nonprofit acute-care hospital serving more than 75,000 patients each year. The hospital provides a broad range of healthcare services, including maternity care, pediatrics, behavioral health, a Level II NICU, and long-term subacute care.

Community Hospital of San Bernardino is part of Dignity Health and CommonSpirit Health, a major healthcare organization focused on compassionate, high-quality, patient-centered care.

Why Join the Team?

This EMT position offers the opportunity to work in a respected hospital environment while providing hands-on patient care and supporting clinical teams in delivering safe, compassionate healthcare.