Paramedic

Allegiance Mobile Health•Orange Grove, TX

26d

About The Position

Allegiance Mobile Health is hiring a Paramedic to provide advanced life support in emergency and non-emergency settings. The Paramedic leads patient assessment, performs advanced interventions, administers medications, interprets EKGs, and ensures safe transport to healthcare facilities. The role requires clinical expertise, leadership, sound judgment, and composure in high-stress environments. Paramedics respond to calls, drive emergency vehicles in varied conditions, communicate with dispatch and partner agencies, and maintain vehicle and equipment readiness. They provide patient care under Medical Director authorization and protocols, complete patient-care and billing documentation, and deliver professional customer service. The work can involve physically and psychologically demanding conditions and exposure to environmental and occupational hazards. Candidates must pass a departmental skills evaluation and complete the NEOP process before staffing a truck.

Requirements

High school graduate or GED.
Certified as a paramedic in the State of Texas.
CPR certification.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification.
For 911 areas, Pre-Hospital Life Support (PHTLS) or International Trauma Life Support (ITLS) certification.
Effective communication skills and ability to read, write, and interpret instructions in English.
Valid Texas driver's license and ability to be insured.
Ability to lift, carry, balance, and push up to 125 pounds, or 250 pounds with assistance.
Ability to bend and touch toes, squat with legs parallel to the ground, and kneel on both knees; repetitive lifting, squatting, stooping, and kneeling are required.
Ability to climb 20 sets of stairs without rest within 60 seconds.
Fine manual dexterity sufficient to perform clinical skills such as starting IVs and intubating.
Correctable vision adequate to read street signs, see in low light, and read small print.
Good judgment and ability to remain calm under stress, maintain a positive attitude in adversity, and use interpersonal and conflict-resolution skills.
Ability to function under extreme fatigue, temperature extremes, and inclement weather.
Ability to work around potential exposure to blood-borne pathogens, dangerous chemicals, sharp objects, and fall or trip hazards.

Responsibilities

Respond to emergency and non-emergency calls and drive emergency vehicles in varied road, weather, traffic, and rural conditions.
Use maps and written or verbal directions to respond efficiently and safely.
Follow departmental, local, and state driving laws, policies, and procedures.
Use communication equipment and communicate appropriately with dispatchers, EMS crews, first responders, and other organizations.
Maintain vehicles and equipment in a clean, ready state; complete daily checklists and assist with resupply, decontamination, and readiness tasks.
Report discrepancies involving vehicles, supplies, equipment, or readiness in writing and without delay.
Provide direct patient care under Medical Director authorization and protocols, demonstrating clinical competency.
Lift, carry, transport, and extricate patients in varied settings, sometimes without assistance.
Interact with police departments, fire departments, and first responder organizations.
Provide satisfactory customer service and professional interactions.
Accurately and promptly complete patient-care reports, billing information, and other documentation.
Work effectively in physically and psychologically demanding conditions, including inclement weather, temperature extremes, hazardous environments, loud noise, and high-stress situations.
Complete other assigned duties, including housekeeping chores and special projects.
Pass the departmental skills evaluation and complete the NEOP process before staffing a truck.
Adhere to company policies and procedures.