ER Paramedic (Per Diem) — Acute Care Team Support

CHRISTUS Health; Kirkwood (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health in the United States is seeking an Emergency Department Paramedic to join the hospital’s ED care team. The paramedic works closely with nursing under physician supervision, providing advanced life support, medications, and patient evaluations as part of the trained team.

The role includes assisting with patient monitoring, specimen collection, and patient transport, keeping the department compliant with policies, and maintaining a safe, well-organized environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• EMT P License in state of employment.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Operate patient monitoring equipment and record vital signs under physician direction.
• Perform phlebotomy and collect laboratory specimens as ordered.
• Assist in patient care and document patient information and communications.
• Maintain clean, stocked, and safe patient environment.
• Assist in procedures delegated by the physician.
• Transport patients to radiology and nursing units with monitoring equipment.
• Comply with hospital job description and competencies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

High School Diploma

EMT P License

BLS

Job description

CHRISTUS Health in the United States is seeking an Emergency Department Paramedic to join the hospital’s ED care team. The paramedic works closely with nursing under physician supervision, providing advanced life support, medications, and patient evaluations as part of the trained team.

The role includes assisting with patient monitoring, specimen collection, and patient transport, keeping the department compliant with policies, and maintaining a safe, well-organized environment.