Paramedic

International SOS • Port Arthur, TX

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About The Position

The Paramedic provides first aid and life-support care to sick or injured patients and is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating direct and indirect clinical care. Working as part of an interdisciplinary team, the Paramedic provides patient- and community-centered care, advocates for patients and their families, and serves as a liaison regarding their rights and beliefs. The role applies evidence-based medical practice to manage emergencies and treat a range of injuries and illnesses promptly and professionally.

This is a full-time position supporting an industrial client near Port Arthur, Texas. The schedule covers Monday through Sunday on night shifts, with 12-hour shifts from 3:30 p.m. to 3:30 a.m. on a 7-on, 7-off rotation.

Requirements

• Completion of an accredited paramedic program.
• At least three years of paramedic experience.
• Experience in a clinic setting, such as urgent care or an emergency room.
• Occupational Medicine experience.
• Texas Paramedic License.
• ACLS certification.
• BLS certification.
• CPR/AED certification.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English to communicate effectively.

Nice To Haves

• Drug and alcohol testing experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate ambulance equipment and respond to radio transmissions.
• Coordinate with the team responding to emergencies.
• Provide emergency care using basic and advanced life support.
• Respond to accidents and multiple-trauma incidents using Advanced Trauma Life Support principles.
• Assist with minor or routine medical cases as directed by the Physician and Clinical Team Leader when not responding to emergencies.
• Prepare patients for transport and safely transport them to a hospital emergency department or other healthcare facility.
• Evaluate patients at the scene and perform preliminary diagnoses; assess and document vital signs, chief complaints, medical histories, and prescribed medications.
• Assist medical providers with procedures and treatments within the licensed scope of work.
• Treat injuries and sudden illnesses using pre-hospital treatments such as first aid, CPR, injections, oxygen, and surgical procedures.
• Independently provide basic care, including catheter insertion, blood and urine specimen collection, EKGs, visual acuity checks, basic wound care, bandage changes, and intravenous medication administration.
• Use technical equipment and tools to stabilize patients or provide immediate treatment.
• Write and submit accurate incident reports.
• Maintain knowledge of new treatments and medical procedures through continuous training.
• Conduct drug and alcohol testing at the site.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed