Paramedic- PRN

Overview

Martin County Hospital District (MCHD) EMS is seeking a Paramedic to respond to out-of-hospital emergencies. The Paramedic must remain focused on quality patient care, maintain a calm professional demeanor in hostile or hazardous environments, and function independently once credentialed by the EMS Medical Director. Responsibilities include providing pre-hospital clinical care per MCHD EMS scope of care, policies, procedures, and protocols, and using electronic communication and documentation systems.

Field Paramedics are expected to lead scenes, coordinate with first responders and bystanders, and ensure EMS equipment and ambulances are stocked, clean, and ready to respond to all calls for service.

• Respond to out-of-hospital emergencies and provide pre-hospital clinical care per scope of practice, policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Operate EMS equipment and ensure ambulances are stocked, clean, and ready for service.
• Maintain calm, professional demeanor in challenging environments and lead scene operations when cleared for independent duty.
• Utilize portable and mobile radios and electronic patient care records; communicate clearly in writing and verbally.

• Education:
  
  High School Diploma or GED (preferred).
• Successful completion of EMS Orientation training.
• Licenses/Certificates:
  Current Texas DSHS certification or license; successful completion of AHA-approved BLS courses upon hire.
• Driver’s license:
  Clear current Texas driver’s license.
• Experience:
  
  1 year 911 experience preferred.

Commitment to excellence:
Martin County Hospital District will provide the highest quality, compassionate care to improve the lives of those we serve. Martin County Hospital District strives to ensure the availability and viability of patient-centered primary and specialty care in a rural setting.

Martin County Hospital District is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, strong morals, values, and ethics. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristic protected by applicable law.

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Health Care Provider
• Industries:
  Hospitals and Health Care

Location notes:
Stanton, TX;
Stanton, TX area job posting with related references.