PARAMEDIC ED ANNA PRN
UHS
Summary
The Paramedic will be able to provide quality care to patients of all ages under the direction of the Medical Director in accordance with the philosophy, goals, and objectives of Texoma Medical Center. The ED Paramedic reports to the charge nurse for shift assignments and direction of shift duties as assigned.
Job description
Position Summary
The Paramedic will be able to provide quality care to patients of all ages under the direction of the Medical Director in accordance with the philosophy, goals, and objectives of Texoma Medical Center. The ED Paramedic reports to the charge nurse for shift assignments and direction of shift duties as assigned.
The Paramedic will be responsible for the direct and indirect care of patients under the supervision of the Medical Director. Under the direction of a health care practitioner, the Paramedic provides patient care within a defined scope of practice that includes patient care/observation, specified treatments and procedures; provision of environmental and personal safety, and effective communication.
The Paramedic will also be responsible to collect pertinent data within their certification scope of responsibilities, and charts appropriately. Works in collaboration with RNs and Medical Providers to provide patient care to adult medical and trauma patients utilizing advanced skills and judgment.
Paramedics will be responsible for ECG interpretation, IV therapy, and initiation of approved protocol orders and guidelines of patients in the ED setting. Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Completion of an accredited paramedic program.
- 1 year experience as a Paramedic in a pre-hospital or hospital environment preferred.
- Licensed Paramedic (LP) or Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic (EMT-P) in the state of Texas required.
- BLS (Basic Life Support), ACLS, and PALS Healthcare Provider course according to RQI program guidelines and all required Emergency Cardiovascular Care (ECC) Healthcare Provider courses will be provided during new hire orientation or upon transfer, and must be completed prior to working in a clinical setting.
- Handle With Care within 6 months of hire.
- Must demonstrate arrhythmia competency by 90% score on testing within 90 days.
- Interfaces with various healthcare workers as well as with physicians, patients and family members.
Requirements
- Completion of an accredited paramedic program
- Licensed Paramedic (LP) or Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic (EMT-P) in the state of Texas required
- BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
- ACLS certification
- PALS certification
- Handle With Care within 6 months of hire
- Must demonstrate arrhythmia competency by 90% score on testing within 90 days
- 1 year experience as a Paramedic in a pre-hospital or hospital environment preferred
Company overview
Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, operating as a Fortune 300 corporation headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1979, UHS has grown into a major healthcare enterprise with approximately 99,000 employees and annual revenues exceeding $14 billion. The company operates through its subsidiaries, managing 29 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, and 60 outpatient and other facilities across 39 U.S. states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom. UHS provides comprehensive healthcare services including acute care, behavioral health treatment, cancer centers, and ambulatory surgical centers. The company's strategy focuses on building or acquiring high-quality hospitals in rapidly growing markets and investing in advanced medical equipment and skilled personnel to become the leading healthcare provider in each community it serves. UHS is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: UHS) and has established a strong reputation for delivering compassionate, high-quality care while maintaining financial stability and operational excellence.