Paramedic

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

• Facility University Medical Center of El Paso
• Department Emergency
• Schedule - Shift - Hours Full Time - Days - 0700-1900

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.

Required Skills:

1. Competent in clinical skills required of Paramedic.
2. Effective interpersonal relationship skills.
3. Effective oral and written communication skills.
4. Ability to read and comprehend English at a level necessary to follow written and oral instructions and safety precautions.
5. Bilingual preferred (English/Spanish).
6. Ability to function effectively in a challenging environment.

Required Experience:

1. A. Work Experience

   No previous work experience required.

2. B. License/Registration/Certification

   1. Current National or Texas Paramedic license.
   2. Current CPR training program.
   3. Completion of ACLS within 6 months of being in the position.
   4. PHTLS preferred.

1. C. Education and Training

   1. Completion of approved emergency medical technician course paramedic level.
   2. Completion of training on performance of 12-lead EKG within three months of hire.

1. D. Continuing Education

   Documents a total of 120 contact hours within the four-year certification period.

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