Paramedic - Henderson Emergency Hospital - PRN

CHRISTUS Health; Texas; On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a certified Paramedic to join their Emergency Department team. The role involves providing advanced life support, assisting nursing staff, and ensuring patient care in a safe environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in patient monitoring and excellent communication skills. This position offers flexible per diem work as needed.

Qualifications

• Knowledgeable of hospital policies and procedures.
• Proficient in patient monitoring and EKGs.

Responsibilities

• Operates patient monitoring equipment and records vital signs.
• Performs phlebotomy and collects laboratory specimens.
• Maintains a clean and safe environment.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Summary:

The Paramedic is a certified and/or licensed paramedic and is part of the hospital’s Emergency Department patient care team. The ED Paramedic collaboratively works in a complementary and assistive role with nursing. Under the direct clinical supervision of the licensed physician present in the same area or adjacent area, the paramedic provides assistance and performs procedures, and is authorized to provide advanced life support, administer medications and perform a patient evaluation of signs and symptoms based on their field skill sets. The ED Paramedic assists the nursing staff in providing patient care in accordance with training, competence and skill. He/she is knowledgeable of and follows all hospital policies and procedures. Consistently assists the patient care team with maintaining a clean, well-organized, adequately stocked and safe patient environment.

Responsibilities:

• Completely operates patient monitoring equipment, records, rhythm strips, runs 12 lead EKGs, biomarkers and glucometer readings under the direction of the licensed physician
• Performs phlebotomy, collects laboratory specimens as ordered and inserts saline lock, Foley catheter and nasal gastric tubes under the direction of the licensed physician
• Assist in patient care, obtains and documents vital signs, provides patient hygiene, maintains clear and respectful communications with patients, families and the healthcare team
• Maintains a clean and safe environment, and manages all assigned supplies and equipment
• Demonstrates proficiency in setting up and performing procedures as delegated
• Transports patients to radiology and nursing units (except ICU) utilizing appropriate transport and monitoring equipment
• It is the responsibility of the Paramedic to comply with the Hospital’s defined job description and competencies
• Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements:

Education/Skills

• High School Diploma

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• DL in state of employment
• EMT P License in state of employment
• BLS

Work Type:

Per Diem As Needed