Job Description
Description Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Location: Portland, Oregon
Employment Type: PRN / On-Call
Salary: $22
Date Posted: 11/22/25
About The Role The Adult Crisis Center Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) provides direct medical and programmatic care to clients experiencing a behavioral health crisis. This role works with clients during the admission process to determine continued eligibility and develop goal-directed plans of care for minor medical concerns. The EMT participates in healthcare education and provides direct oversight to personnel delivering medical care within the crisis center. As part of an interdisciplinary team, this position focuses on crisis intervention skills to de-escalate, treat, and stabilize individuals experiencing behavioral health needs.
Responsibilities - Provide direct medical care to clients experiencing a behavioral health crisis
- Conduct medical assessments during the admission process to determine continued eligibility
- Develop goal-directed plans of care for minor medical issues
- Participate in client healthcare education
- Provide oversight to personnel delivering medical care within the crisis center
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to de-escalate and stabilize clients
- Maintain safety and compliance with agency and regulatory standards
- Support a 24/7 crisis center environment including morning, swing, and overnight shifts
Required Qualifications - Valid Oregon EMS/EMT license
- Experience working with severely, chronically, or mentally ill populations
- Satisfactory results of fingerprinting and background checks
- Ability to work in a 24/7 crisis center environment
Compensation & Benefits $22 per hr starting pay
PRN (as needed)
Full-time Employees: - Paid vacation days (increase with tenure)
- Separate sick leave that rolls over annually
- Up to 10 paid holidays*
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
- DailyPay – access your earnings without waiting for payday*
- Training, development, and continuing education opportunities
All Employees: - 401(k)
- Free licensure supervision
- Pet insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Perks @ Clarvida – national discounts on shopping, travel, Verizon, and entertainment
- Mileage reimbursement
- Cellphone stipend
(*Benefits may vary by state or county)
Application Deadline: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
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Keywords Emergency Medical Technician, EMT, Adult Crisis Center, Behavioral Health Crisis, Crisis Intervention, PRN Healthcare, Oregon Careers, Clarvida Careers
Job Tags
Full time, Relief, Immediate start, Night shift, Day shift, Afternoon shift