Paramedic, FT, Nights, Emergency

Texas Health Resources, Inc.; Keller (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

PTO

Medical insurance

Dental

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment

Job summary

Texas Health Alliance in Fort Worth, TX is seeking a Paramedic (EMT-P) for our fast-paced Emergency Department. This night-shift, full-time role supports a busy ED with 100–200 patients/day.

You will provide safe patient care under physician delegation, perform IV therapy and medications administration, manage airways, defibrillation, and related duties, and document accurately in the EHR, with opportunities for growth within a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Paramedic certification and license in Texas
• Experience in high-volume emergency care
• Skilled in IV therapy and medications administration

Responsibilities

• Administer IV fluids and medications per protocol
• Document accurately in the EHR
• Monitor airway, fluids, mobility, and hygiene needs
• Apply antiembolic stockings and devices
• Cervical collar management
• External defibrillation
• Oxygen therapy via cannula or mask
• Oral airway management
• Ultrasound-guided peripheral IV access
• Blood draws from ports
• Other duties as assigned by the care team

Skills

IV therapy

Airway management

Defibrillation

Medication administration

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

Paramedic certification

Tools

Ultrasound machines

ECG monitoring

BMV barcode verification

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 Alliance, 10864 Texas Health Trail in Fort Worth, TX 76244.

Work hours: Full Time, Night Shift (7p to 5a), 3 shifts, 30 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 Alliance is a 151-bed, full-service hospital serving our community since 2012. Our location in North Fort Worth provides convenient care to people in North Fort Worth, Keller, North Richland Hills, Haslet, Roanoke and surrounding areas.

We're Joint Commission-accredited with a Level III neonatal intensive care unit. Plus, we're a Baby Friendly Facility and Pathways to Excellence designated hospital. We are also a Joint Commission Acute Heart Attack Ready (AHAR) Disease specific certified. We provide wellness services, outpatient surgery and women's imaging services and are a top choice in North FortWorth for radiology services and much more.