Paramedic, FT, Days, Emergency

Texas Health Resources; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 62,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

PTO

Medical insurance

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan repayment

Job summary

Texas Health Arlington Memorial in Arlington, TX is seeking a Paramedic (EMT-P) to join a fast-paced Emergency Department. You will provide high-quality patient care under physician supervision and collaborate with ED teams to ensure timely, safe care.

The role offers full-time day shifts (7a–7p), 36 hours/week with weekend/holiday coverage and a comprehensive benefits package. Strong emphasis on documentation, airway management and IV therapies is required.

Qualifications

• EMT-P certification required
• Active Texas EMS license or eligibility
• CPR/ACLS credentials
• Strong communication and teamwork in ED settings

Responsibilities

• Provides Safe Patient Care under physician delegation.
• Completes accurate documentation in the electronic health record.
• Maintains airway, intake, elimination, mobility and hygiene needs.
• Applies antiembolic stockings and sequential compression devices.
• Cervical collar management and external defibrillation.
• Nasal cannula or oxygen mask administration.
• Oral airway insertion/removal.
• Ultrasound-guided peripheral IV access.
• Draws blood from ports.
• Other duties as assigned by the care team

Skills

EMT-P Certification

ACLS Certification

Documentation skills

Tools

ECG monitoring

IV therapy

Vascular access ultrasound

Job description

Paramedic (EMT-P) Emergency Department

Fast-paced, high volume Emergency Department is looking for top skilled Paramedic. Is that you?

Work location:

Texas Health Arlington Memorial, 800 W. Randol Mill Road in Arlington, TX 76012.

Work hours:

Full Time, Day Shift (7a to 7p), 3 shifts, 36 hours per week. Weekend and holiday requirements. Complete benefits available.

Department highlights:

• Self-Scheduling that helps with work/life balance as well as opportunities for educational and career growth
• Paramedics work closely with physicians, RNs, respiratory therapy, and ancillary teams as valued members of the interdisciplinary ED care team
• Hospital-based paramedics function within a defined ED-specific scope of practice, performing advanced clinical skills under direct physician supervision in accordance with Texas Health Resources protocols
• Robust Unit Based Council (UBC) and engaged leadership team
• Fast-Paced, high-volume department averaging 100 - 200 patients/day
• The professional paramedic exhibits understanding of basic human needs and demonstrates recognition and understanding of patient’s affiliations.

What You Will Do

Provides Safe Patient CareUnder Physician Delegation:

• Administers IV fluid without additives, saline flush, IV antibiotics, all IV medications excluding controlled and RSI medications. ACLS drugs (including drips) using barcode medication verification (BMV) during medication administrations. All IM and oral medications excluding controlled drugs. Plans the care of the patient
• Completes accurate documentation in the electronic health record
• Provides consistent attention to airway, intake, elimination, sleep, rest, mobility and hygiene needs
• Applies antiembolic stockings and sequential compression devices
• Cervical collar management
• External defibrillation
• Nasal cannula or oxygen mask application
• Oral airway insertion and removal
• Ultrasound-guided peripheral IV Access
• Draw blood from ports
• Other duties as assigned by the care team

Additional perks of being a Texas Health Paramedic

• Benefits include 401k, PTO, medical, dental, Paid Parental Leave, flex spending, tuition reimbursement, Student Loan Repayment Program as well as several other benefits
• Delivery of high quality of patient care through nursing education, nursing research and innovations in nursing practice.
• Strong Unit Based Council (UBC).
• A supportive, team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth.

Texas Health Arlington Memorial Hospital has a rich history in North Texas serving the local communities of Arlington, Kennedale, Pantego, Mansfield and Grand Prairie. We’re a 369-bed, acute-care, full-service hospital serving our community since 1958. Our location in central Arlington provides convenient care to people in the DFW Metroplex and surrounding areas.

We specialize in comprehensive medical/surgical care, cancer care, women’s services, behavioral health, neurosciences and emergency medicine. Plus, we’re a Level III neonatal intensive care unit, Level III Maternal Newborn care unit and a Level III Trauma Center. We’re accredited by the American College of Surgeons as a Comprehensive Community Cancer Center and by the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers.

Texas Health Arlington Memorial is a Joint Commission-certified Primary Stroke Center, a Chest Pain Center and a Heart Failure Center. We’ve been recognized by the American Heart Association with a Gold Plus award for the exceptional care we provide to our stroke, heart failure and chest pain patients. We’re also a designated Magnet hospital! Our community members recently recognized us as the best emergency department in Arlington. Plus, we’re recognized by Blue Cross/Blue Shield as a Blue Distinction Center for care of our patients receiving Hip and Knee Replacement and Spine Surgery procedures. We’re a top choice in North Texas for cancer and emergency services, women’s health and much more.

Learn more about our culture, benefits, and recent awards.

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