Paramedic, PT, Days, Emergency

Texas Health Resources; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Texas Health Arlington Memorial Hospital, part of Texas Health Resources, seeks a Paramedic (EMT-P) for its busy Emergency Department in Arlington, TX. This role supports high-volume patient care during day shifts, with weekend and holiday requirements, emphasizing safe patient care and documentation.

The position offers growth opportunities within a hospital-based EMS team and a comprehensive benefits package. Requires ACLS, BCLS, PALS, and paramedic credentials with relevant experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
• 3 months paramedic experience or completion of a paramedic internship; 1 year paramedic EMS experience preferred.
• EMT-P – Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic required or LP – Licensed Paramedic.
• ACLS within 90 days of hire.
• BCLS prior to providing independent patient care and maintained quarterly.
• PALS within 90 days of hire.
• CPI – Crisis Prevention Intervention Training (ED only) within 60 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Administers IV fluids and meds under physician delegation including ACLS drugs with barcode verification.
• Completes accurate documentation in the electronic health record.
• Maintains airway, mobility, hygiene needs, and monitoring for patient safety.
• Applies antiembolic stockings and compression devices as indicated.
• Performs cervical collar management and basic radiologic access as needed.
• Conducts ultrasound-guided peripheral IV access; assists with ports and blood draws.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the care team.

Skills

Paramedic experience

EMT-P

ACLS

BCLS

Job description

Paramedic (EMT-P) Emergency Department

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

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

Work hours: Part Time, Day Shift (7a to 7p), 2 shifts, 24 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 Care Under 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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Here’s What You Need

• High School diploma or equivalent (GED) required
• 3 months paramedic experience or completion of a paramedic internship, required. 1 year Paramedic experience in EMS or Fire Dept preferred
• EMT-P - Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic required or
• LP - Licensed Paramedic
• ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support, within 90 days of hire required and
• BCLS - Basic Cardiac Life Support prior to providing independent patient care and maintained quarterly required and
• PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support, within 90 days of hire required and
• CPI - Crisis Prevention Intervention Training (ED Only), within 60 days of hire required.