Paramedic
Company: Galveston County Health District
Location: Texas City
Posted on: August 5, 2022
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Job Description:
Job DescriptionSalary: Hourly Rate: $21.06Make A Difference in
your community and join our Emergency Medical Service
Team!Galveston County Health District is seeking Paramedics!This
position is responsible for performing responsible and technical
medical work dealing with emergency or non-emergency and/or
lifesaving treatment of patients who are transported via Mobile
Intensive Care Unit or Basic Life Support ambulance from the scene
of an accident, home or other location to an emergency or
non-emergency treatment facility. Incumbent must practice within
the scope of their license and adhere to the protocols.We can offer
you:• Excellent benefits; including an Amazing Retirement package,
Affordable Medical Insurance (Blue-Cross Blue Shield), Paid Time
Off plans, Free Life Insurance, FREE Long Term Disability, FREE
parking and much, much more!• Team Oriented Environment• Hourly
Rate: $21.06 (pay is bi-weekly)• Shift: 24 hour shifts - 48 hour
work week • Bi-weekly pay includes 16 hours of overtime each pay
period• $1,000 SIGN ON BONUSWe want you to join our team of
professionals and begin a long term career with us! If you meet the
criteria listed below, please apply.Required:· Graduation from an
accredited high school or equivalent· Licensed or Certified as a
Licensed Paramedic or Emergency Medical Technician – Paramedic in
the State of Texas with no unresolved complaints with DSHS·
Previous work experience as an Emergency Medical
Technician-Paramedic is helpful, but not required· Protocol
Certified by the EMS Medical Director within 30 days of employment·
Successful completion of pre-employment written exam, mega code
skills test, physical exam, physical agility test, during which
proper lifting techniques must be exhibited· Knowledge of medical
care and basic rescue techniques and ability to operate medical and
basic rescue equipment utilized at the EMT-Paramedic level of
pre-hospital emergency care· Knowledge of current principles and
practices of emergency medical services, patient advocacy, and
incident management· Knowledge of all aspects of emergency vehicle
response, including working under stressful situations, in
receiving and assessing information, then making appropriate
decisions for response· Map reading and in navigating to call
locations under stress and time constraints· Knowledge of local,
state, and federal rules related to EMS and requirements pertaining
to operation of ambulances and rescue vehicles· Knowledge of
medical terminology, practices and procedures and applications of
first aid, use, maintenance, security, and inventory of drugs,
supplies, equipment and medical records· Current American Heart
Association CPR, ACLS, and PALS Certified· Must have satisfactory
DMV/MVR background check· Ability for spur of the moment
transportation without relying on organization vehicles· Must
possess or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license
issued by the State of Texas for the type of vehicle or equipment
operated· Department of Motor Vehicle check may be required, if
applicable· Customer Service Oriented· Excellent written and verbal
communication skills· Excellent Computer Skills MS Office· Must be
willing and able to work evening and weekend hours if necessary·
Must be in compliance with GCHD Immunizations policy· Must be in
compliance with ICS training requirements· Must pass criminal
background check and drug/alcohol screeningAn equivalent
combination of education and work experience which appropriately
demonstrates the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the
above described essential functions will be considered when hiring
for this role.Traditional Duties· Analyze patient situations and
make appropriate triage decisions and calls for additional
resources as required· Provides for patient's safety and attends to
emergency or non-emergency conditions before and after patient is
moved to the ambulance· Assists qualified personnel in extricating
the patient(s)· Transmit information via radio to emergency or
non-emergency treatment facility regarding patient's illness or
injuries, vital signs and other pertinent data· Request
professional advice and/or treatment orders needed to administer to
the patient in the effort to stabilize their injuries and maintain
their well-being· Operate under standing orders and/or treatment
protocols in critical situations, as written and authorized by the
Medical Director· Provide continuing care, comfort and treatment of
the patient while in route to a facility and reports any changes in
a patient's condition to the appropriate person(s) and accurately
documents all patient care in the ePCR· Operate ambulance in
accordance with state transportation laws/regulations and approved
GCHD policies, procedures, and guidelines· Maintain the vehicle,
supplies, and communications equipment in a state of operational
readiness, including, but not limited to, cleanliness,
functionality, attempting minor repairs and reporting major
problems and/or deficiencies· Maintains adequate, legible records
and reports· Performs other duties as assigned by supervisorNo
Phone Calls PleaseADA/EEO/DFWPOur Mission: Protecting and Promoting
the Optimal Health and Well-Being of Galveston County
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