Paramedic, FT, Days, Emergency

Texas Health Resources • Roanoke, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Paramedic (EMT-P) Emergency Department
Fast-paced, high volume Emergency Department is looking for top skilled Paramedic. Is that you?

Work location: Texas Health Alliance, 10864 Texas Health Trail in Fort Worth, TX 76244.
Work hours: Full Time, Day Shift (9a to 7p), 3 shifts, 30 hours per week. Weekend and holiday requirements. Complete benefits available.
Department highlights:
· Self-Scheduling that helps with work/life balance as well as opportunities for educational and career growth
Paramedics work closely with physicians, RNs, respiratory therapy, and ancillary teams as valued members of the interdisciplinary ED care team
· Hospital-based paramedics function within a defined ED-specific scope of practice, performing advanced clinical skills under direct physician supervision in accordance with Texas Health Resources protocols
· Robust Unit Based Council (UBC) and engaged leadership team
· Fast-Paced, high-volume department averaging 100 - 200 patients/day
· The professional paramedic exhibits understanding of basic human needs and demonstrates recognition and understanding of patient’s affiliations.

Texas Health Alliance is a 151-bed, full-service hospital serving our community since 2012. Our location in North Fort Worth provides convenient care to people in North Fort Worth, Keller, North Richland Hills, Haslet, Roanoke and surrounding areas.
We’re Joint Commission-accredited with a Level III neonatal intensive care unit. Plus, we’re a Baby Friendly Facility and Pathways to Excellence designated hospital. We are also a Joint Commission Acute Heart Attack Ready (AHAR) Disease specific certified. We provide wellness services, outpatient surgery and women’s imaging services and are a top choice in North Fort Worth for radiology services and much more.

Learn more about our culture, benefits, and recent awards.
Do you still have questions or concerns? Feel free to email your questions to [email protected].

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent (GED) required
• 3 months paramedic experience or completion of a paramedic internship, required. 1 year Paramedic experience in EMS or Fire Dept preferred
• EMT-P - Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic required or
• LP - Licensed Paramedic
• ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support, within 90 days of hire required and
• BCLS - Basic Cardiac Life Support prior to providing independent patient care and maintained quarterly required and
• PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support, within 90 days of hire required and
• CPI - Crisis Prevention Intervention Training (ED Only), within 60 days of hire required

Nice To Haves

• 1 year Paramedic experience in EMS or Fire Dept preferred

Responsibilities

• Provides Safe Patient Care Under Physician Delegation:
• Administers IV fluid without additives, saline flush, IV antibiotics, all IV medications excluding controlled and RSI medications. ACLS drugs (including drips) using barcode medication verification (BMV) during medication administrations. All IM and oral medications excluding controlled drugs. Plans the care of the patient
• Completes accurate documentation in the electronic health record
• Provides consistent attention to airway, intake, elimination, sleep, rest, mobility and hygiene needs
• Applies antiembolic stockings and sequential compression devices
• Cervical collar management
• External defibrillation
• Nasal cannula or oxygen mask application
• Oral airway insertion and removal
• Ultrasound-guided peripheral IV Access
• Draw blood from ports
• Other duties as assigned by the care team

Benefits

• Benefits include 401k, PTO, medical, dental, Paid Parental Leave, flex spending, tuition reimbursement, Student Loan Repayment Program as well as several other benefits.
• Delivery of high quality of patient care through nursing education, nursing research and innovations in nursing practice.
• Strong Unit Based Council (UBC).
• A supportive, team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees