Paramedic: Rapid EMS Care & Acute Patient Support

MountainView Regional Medical Center; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

MountainView Regional Medical Center in Las Cruces, NM is seeking a Paramedic - Ambulance to provide high-quality patient care across all age groups. You will collaborate with the healthcare team, perform emergency responses, assess patients, administer medications following the five rights, and document care in the EMR.

This role requires graduation from a Technical School Paramedic program, state license, and 0-1 years EMT-P experience; ACLS and PALS certifications are required.

Qualifications

• Technical School graduate of an accredited Paramedic program with current state license.
• 0-1 years EMT-P experience required; 1-2 years acute care hospital experience preferred.
• Licenses required: EMT, Paramedic (State Registry/Board), ACLS, PALS.

Responsibilities

• Performs patient care tasks in a safe, effective, and competent manner, adhering to standards.
• Coordinates patient care with RNs and interdisciplinary team members.
• Recognizes changes in patient status and communicates observations promptly.
• Completes accurate and timely documentation in the EMR.
• Maintains professional communication with team, patients, and families.
• Safely administers medications following the five rights, with EMR scanning.
• Facilitates efficient patient throughput within the department.
• Provides rapid emergency response using advanced life support techniques.
• Operates and maintains medical equipment and supplies.
• Performs other duties as assigned; maintains regular attendance; complies with policies.

Skills

Emergency medical procedures

Advanced life support

Critical thinking

Interpersonal skills

EMR documentation

Medical equipment operation

Communication

Working under pressure

Education

Paramedic program (Technical School)

Job description

MountainView Regional Medical Center in Las Cruces, NM is seeking a Paramedic - Ambulance to provide high-quality patient care across all age groups. You will collaborate with the healthcare team, perform emergency responses, assess patients, administer medications following the five rights, and document care in the EMR.

This role requires graduation from a Technical School Paramedic program, state license, and 0-1 years EMT-P experience; ACLS and PALS certifications are required.