Rapid Response Paramedic (FEMA Support)

DOCS Health; Ruidoso (NM); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

DOCS Health is seeking Paramedics to support FEMA disaster response efforts in Texas and New Mexico. Roles are full time/part time temporary assignments with 8-hour shifts, 24/7 operations, and on-site work at disaster sites.

You will deliver direct patient care, perform triage, document observations, and coordinate with emergency teams in challenging environments. Qualified candidates have an accredited paramedic program, RN certification (paramedics) or National Registry (preferred), and

Qualifications

• Completion of a paramedics training program accredited by the Commission of Accreditation of Allied Health Educations.
• National Registry certification as a paramedic preferred.
• CPR/BLS, ACLS certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care to FEMA personnel.
• Assess and prioritize medical needs of patients, ensuring timely and appropriate treatment.
• Monitor patient conditions, document observations, and maintain accurate medical records.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals and emergency response teams to coordinate patient care and services.
• Educate individuals and communities on health and safety measures during disaster situations.
• Assist in setting up and managing clinical site in disaster-affected areas.
• Completion of a paramedics training program accredited by the Commission of Accreditation of Allied Health Educations.
• National Registry certification as a paramedic preferred. CPR /BLS, ACLS
• Minimum of 1 year of recent clinical experience as a Paramedic.
• Must hold an unrestricted license in a state, territory, or Commonwealth of the United States.
• Ability to adapt to changing schedules and work hours.
• Capacity to handle high-stress situations and work effectively in challenging and austere environments.
• Willingness to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and demonstrate a positive and supportive attitude.

Skills

Direct patient care

Patient assessment

Monitoring & records

Collaboration

Disaster health education

Clinical site setup

Adaptability

High-stress performance

Education

CAAHEP-accredited paramedic program

National Registry paramedic certification (preferred)

Tools

CPR/BLS

ACLS

Job description

Immediate Need: Paramedics to Support FEMA Emergency Response for Ongoing Flooding in Texas and New Mexico

DOCS Health is seeking Paramedics to support FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) to provide vital medical support and assistance during emergencies and disaster response efforts.

We are looking for Paramedics to provide services at FEMA disaster sites on full time/ part time temporary assignments. Services will be provided 24/7 as 8-hour shifts. You will play a crucial role in delivering quality healthcare services to FEMA personnel that are performing critical services in areas affected by natural disasters, public health crises, and other emergencies.

With over three decades of experience, we are a trusted industry leader. Our experienced team of clinicians and logistics professionals are dedicated and strive to do the right thing for our partners and their members every time. Because of this commitment, we’ve set a new standard of care delivery through our fixed-clinic, mobile treatment center, telemedicine, and portable deployment models.

Requirements

• Provide direct patient care to FEMA personnel.
• Assess and prioritize medical needs of patients, ensuring timely and appropriate treatment.
• Monitor patient conditions, document observations, and maintain accurate medical records.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals and emergency response teams to coordinate patient care and services.
• Educate individuals and communities on health and safety measures during disaster situations.
• Assist in setting up and managing clinical site in disaster-affected areas.
• Completion of a paramedics training program accredited by the Commission of Accreditation of Allied Health Educations.
• National Registry certification as a paramedic preferred. CPR /BLS, ACLS
• Minimum of 1 year of recent clinical experience as a Paramedic.
• Must hold an unrestricted license in a state, territory, or Commonwealth of the United States.
• Ability to adapt to changing schedules and work hours.
• Capacity to handle high-stress situations and work effectively in challenging and austere environments.
• Willingness to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and demonstrate a positive and supportive attitude.

If you are made a conditional offer of employment, you will be required to undergo background check (including criminal record check) and drug screening. We use E-Verify in our hiring process.

DOCS Health is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity. All employment decisions, policies, and practices are in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws. DOCS Health will not engage in or tolerate unlawful discrimination (including any form of unlawful harassment) on account of a person's sex (including pregnancy), age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender nonconformity, status as a transgender individual, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, family responsibility, armed services, or any other status protected by law.