Paramedic: Critical, Patient-Centered Hospital Care

fhsmc; Cedar Park (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

FHMC in Cedar Park, TX seeks a Paramedic to support quality patient care under medical leadership. The role requires extensive knowledge of hospital policies, effective communication, and collaboration with the Medical Director and RN on duty.

Essential functions encompass physical and psychosocial assessments, nursing diagnoses, direct patient care, medication administration, and discharge planning. Licensure as Paramedic with ACLS/BLS is mandatory, with strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Advanced Emergency Medical Responder education.
• Paramedic license required.
• ACLS and BLS certifications mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Reviews patient's history prior to beginning physical assessment and incorporates findings into the exam.
• Performs physical patient assessments/reassessments on a regular basis in accordance department standards.
• Prioritizes data collection by assessing the patient’s immediate condition or needs.
• Coordinates and participates in providing direct patient care.
• Verifies accuracy of medication administration by following safety measures and educates patients on medications.

Skills

Excellent oral and written comms and 5

Education

Advanced Emergency Medical Responder

Paramedic License

ACLS Certification

BLS Certification

Job description

FHMC in Cedar Park, TX seeks a Paramedic to support quality patient care under medical leadership. The role requires extensive knowledge of hospital policies, effective communication, and collaboration with the Medical Director and RN on duty.

Essential functions encompass physical and psychosocial assessments, nursing diagnoses, direct patient care, medication administration, and discharge planning. Licensure as Paramedic with ACLS/BLS is mandatory, with strong communication skills.