EMT Paramedic

Cardinal Health; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks an Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic to join their Street Medicine program in Dallas. The role involves providing critical care and support for unsheltered patients in various environments. With essential certifications like BLS and ACLS, you'll operate ambulances safely while ensuring high-quality patient care. The position offers a meaningful opportunity to make a difference in the community's health.

Benefits

Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match, up to 5%

Debt-free tuition assistance

Immediate access to time off benefits

Qualifications

• Less than 1 Year of Experience desired.
• ACLS required within 30 days of hire.
• PALS required within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provides critical care interventions and patient transport.
• Documents patient care information accurately.
• Maintains ambulance cleanliness and readiness.

Skills

Critical care interventions

Patient assessments

Documentation

Education

H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS)

ACLS

PALS

Drivers License (TXDL)

Emerg Med Tech - Paramedic (EMT-P)

Job description

Street Medicine EMT Paramedic

Join Dallas? first Street Medicine program, as we build a team to provide medical and psychiatric care directly to unsheltered patients where they are (encampments, under bridges, etc.).

About Us

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

Our Core Values are:

• We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
• We never settle by constantly striving for better.
• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

• Eligibility on day 1 for all benefits
• Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match, up to 5%
• Debt-free tuition assistance, offering access to many no-cost and low-cost degrees, certificates and more
• Immediate access to time off benefits

At Baylor Scott & White Health, your well-being is our top priority.

Note: Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level

Job Summary

The Emergency Medical Tech - Paramedic provides quick, quality care and transport to critically ill or injured patients.

Essential Functions of the Role

• Provides critical care interventions and patient transport, in an autonomous capacity, to provide quality care to a varied patient population.
• Operates ambulance in a safe and appropriate manner at all times.
• Performs patient assessments and evaluations effectively and promptly. Institutes treatment plans prioritized appropriately and within TDHS care guidelines.
• Evaluates patient status to monitor intervention effectiveness. Revises treatment plans promptly and effectively as needed.
• Responds quickly to patients' request for assistance with personal hygiene needs.
• Documents and organizes patient care information accurately and thoroughly, with no more than 5% of service reports returned for completion.
• Complete the daily checklist for assigned ambulances. Ensure the ambulance is always ready to respond quickly to emergencies.
• Change cot linen and remove soiled items, dirt, and trash after each run. Notify the appropriate personnel immediately when supplies and equipment are unavailable for stocking the unit.
• Maintains the cleanliness and functionality of the cleaning, sleeping, and crew quarter areas regularly. Performs daily tasks to keep the ambulance bay clean and safe from hazards.

Key Success Factors

• Current Advance Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and instructor certifications desirable.
• Knows about and completes professional and technical requirements and provides necessary documentation on such requirements.

Belonging Statement

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported, and that our workforce should be reflective of the communities we serve.

QUALIFICATIONS

• EDUCATION - H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent
• EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience

CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION

• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• ACLS (ACLS): ACLS required within 30 days of hire.
• Pedi Adv Life Support (PALS): PALS required within 30 days of hire.
• Drivers License (TXDL): If moving from out of state must obtain valid TX DL within 90 days of hire.
• Emerg Med Tech - Paramedic (EMT-P), Licensed Paramedic (LICPARA): Must be an EMT-P or Licensed Paramedic in the state of TX.