Paramedic: Critical Care Medical Transport

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 63,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration, Veterans Transportation Services, Ambulance Service, is seeking a Medical Care Transportation Technician (Paramedic) to join one of the VA Medical Center locations in Texas.

The role involves transporting patients requiring ALS, operating emergency medical equipment, and adhering to safety and infection control protocols. Responsibilities include triage, recording vitals, assisting with CPR and advanced life support, and

Qualifications

• Transcript must be submitted with application; foreign education requires a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients needing Advanced Life Support (ALS) to and from facilities and clinics.
• Operate or utilize ambulances and emergency medical equipment (AED, ECG, O2, BP cuff etc.) while ensuring patient safety.
• Perform triage, record vital signs, and assist with CPR and advanced life support as per protocols.
• Follow infection control guidelines and properly dispose of disposables.

Job description

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration, Veterans Transportation Services, Ambulance Service, is seeking a Medical Care Transportation Technician (Paramedic) to join one of the VA Medical Center locations in Texas.

The role involves transporting patients requiring ALS, operating emergency medical equipment, and adhering to safety and infection control protocols. Responsibilities include triage, recording vitals, assisting with CPR and advanced life support, and