Paramedic, Emergency Medical Services, Full Time, Day
Valley Health System
Summary
Performs professional and technical duties to render basic and advanced life support care in the pre-hospital emergency care setting.
Job description
Position Summary
Performs professional and technical duties to render basic and advanced life support care in the pre-hospital emergency care setting.
Education
Associates degree OR 5 years of relevant experience required. Bachelors degree preferred. National Registry Paramedic or New Jersey State Certified MICP required. BCLS, ACLS and PALS certifications required. ICS - 100, 200, 700, 800 certifications required.
Experience
Minimum one year experience in the pre-hospital or emergency transportation field.
Skills
Driver's License - current and valid driver's license. Employees must adhere to all procedural guidelines in HR Policy 1-13 including demonstrating an acceptable driving record for the duration of their employment as long as driving continues to be a responsibility of the job. Highly adaptable with strong interpersonal skills, sound written and verbal communication skills. Ability to perform work accurately and pay attention to details, often changing from one task to another without loss of efficiency or composure. Ability to function competently in stressful situations and a changing work environment related to changing patient needs, including working with patients with acute, chronic and complex disease processes and those who are dying. Ability to work cooperatively within the health system; with patients and family members; and with multidisciplinary team members, perform job related responsibilities and respond quickly to emergency situations. Ability to use critical thinking and clinical reasoning skills effectively, problem solve and deliver care.
Requirements
- Associates degree OR 5 years of relevant experience required
- Bachelors degree preferred
- National Registry Paramedic or New Jersey State Certified MICP required
- BCLS, ACLS and PALS certifications required
- ICS - 100, 200, 700, 800 certifications required
- Minimum one year experience in the pre-hospital or emergency transportation field
- Current and valid driver's license
- Acceptable driving record
- Highly adaptable with strong interpersonal skills
- Sound written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to perform work accurately and pay attention to details
- Ability to function competently in stressful situations
- Ability to work cooperatively within the health system
- Ability to use critical thinking and clinical reasoning skills effectively
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Group Term Life Insurance
- AD&D Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Commuter Benefit Plans
- Short-term Disability
- Long-term Disability
- Whole Life Insurance
- Legal Support
- 6 Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off
- Wellness Time Off
- Extended Illness
- Retirement Plan
- Tuition Assistance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Fitness Center Discount
- Day Care Discounts
Company overview
The Valley Health System is an integrated healthcare network serving Las Vegas and Southern Nevada, operating as a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS). Established in 1979, the system has grown to become the largest provider of healthcare services in Southern Nevada, serving over two million residents across the region. The network comprises six acute care hospitals, two specialty hospitals, seven freestanding emergency departments, and numerous outpatient facilities and physician practices. Key hospitals include Centennial Hills Hospital Medical Center, Henderson Hospital, Spring Valley Hospital Medical Center, Summerlin Hospital Medical Center, Valley Hospital Medical Center, and West Henderson Hospital. The system offers comprehensive medical services including emergency care, cardiovascular services, neurosciences, maternity and women's health, orthopedics, oncology, behavioral health, and specialized programs in stroke and heart attack care. All Valley Health System hospitals are accredited by The Joint Commission and consistently earn national recognition for quality care, with certifications from the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association. The organization employs over 9,000 healthcare professionals dedicated to providing patient-centered care while also serving as a teaching institution with graduate medical education programs and clinical training opportunities for future healthcare providers.