Paramedic Canton Tx - 12

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

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health Canton, TX is seeking a Paramedic for Emergency Medical Services to administer immediate medical care and operate an advanced life support ambulance. You will routinely inspect vehicles and equipment to ensure proper operation and cleanliness, while coordinating with physicians on care plans and transporting patients to facilities.

The position emphasizes teamwork, adherence to EMS protocols, and ongoing training to maintain state and local certifications.

Qualifications

• Paramedic EMS role requires ability to operate an advanced life support ambulance.
• Candidate should be able to inspect ambulance and related equipment for proper operation and sanitary cleanliness.

Responsibilities

• Respond to life-threatening and non-emergency calls, and coordinate care with physicians.
• Lead a team of responders, develop treatment plans, administer care and prepare patients for transport.
• Ensure EMS equipment and vehicles are regularly checked and stocked, and maintain sanitary conditions.
• Assist in station cleaning and interact with other responders at emergency scenes.
• Complete State and local paperwork and document patient care in detail.
• Handle hazardous materials and ensure compliance with OSHA regulations.
• Respond to multiple casualty incidents and provide medical oversight, triage, and transport coordination.
• Participate in ongoing EMS training and certified updates as required.
• Operate an ambulance and related medical care equipment during response.
• Make decisions in line with Champion EMS policies and applicable laws.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job description

Description

Summary: The Paramedic Emergency Medical Services is responsible for administering appropriate emergency medical treatment to people who have been injured in accidents or have other medical conditions. Must be able to operate an advanced life support ambulance to administer care. Routinely assist with the inspection of the ambulance and related equipment to ensure proper operation and sanitary cleanliness.

Responsibilities

• Respond to the site of life-threatening situations, emergency medical situations and non-emergency calls.
• Coordinate response activities with physicians to develop a plan of care based upon the assessment of the patient.
• Lead a team of responders by coordinating activities to conduct triage, develop treatment plans, administer medical care and prepare patient for transport to medical facility.
• Insure the proper functioning of all emergency medical equipment and vehicles through regular checks; insure adequate inventory supply is maintained aboard emergency vehicles through regular checks.
• Assist in the cleaning of station locations.
• Interact with firefighters, law enforcement and other non-medical personnel at emergency scenes.
• Perform related administrative tasks; completes necessary State and local paperwork; prepare detailed documentation of patient care.
• Handle hazardous materials and ensure appropriate disposal in hazardous materials. Ensure compliance to all OSHA regulations for Infection Control, Hazardous Materials Standards, and all job related duties.
• Respond to multiple casualty incidents and disasters and provide appropriate medical oversight, triage, care, and transport in coordination with other responders.
• Participate in periodic in-service training or as needed basis for any certified and non-certified updates relating to Emergency Medical Services and federal, State, and local EMT-P requirements.
• Operate and utilize an ambulance and related medical care response equipment and tools needed in response situations.
• Make decisions that conform to the norms, policies, and values of Champion EMS and adhere to federal, state, and local compliance and policy requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Work Schedule: 7AM - 7PM
Work Type: Full Time