Emergency Paramedic - Day Shift, ER Care

Umcelpaso; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

University Medical Center of El Paso is seeking a Paramedic to join the Emergency Department team. The role involves invasive patient care under medical staff supervision and assisting with procedures under RN training.

Medication administration must follow hospital policies and procedures under licensed medical staff oversight. The candidate should hold a Texas Paramedic license, CPR certification, and ACLS within six months, with PHTLS preferred.

Qualifications

• Current Texas Paramedic license.
• Current CPR training.
• ACLS within 6 months of hire.
• PHTLS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implements invasive patient care under the license/supervision of the medical staff.
• Implements and assists with technical or invasive patient care procedures under the direct training of a registered nurse.
• Administers medications as per hospital and nursing policies and procedures under the license of the medical staff.

Skills

Paramedic competency

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

English fluency

Bilingual preferred

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Paramedic certification

EMT-paramedic coursework

Continuing education 120 hours/4 years

Job description

University Medical Center of El Paso is seeking a Paramedic to join the Emergency Department team. The role involves invasive patient care under medical staff supervision and assisting with procedures under RN training.

Medication administration must follow hospital policies and procedures under licensed medical staff oversight. The candidate should hold a Texas Paramedic license, CPR certification, and ACLS within six months, with PHTLS preferred.