Description

Introduction

Do you have the career opportunities as a(an) Paramedic you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Las Palmas Medical Center which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Benefits

We are committed to providing our employees with the support they need. At Las Palmas Medical Center, we offer eligible colleagues an attractive benefit package that includes medical, wellbeing, dental and vision benefits along with some unique benefits including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Flexible Spending
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Personal Leave
• 401K (100% annual match - 3% to 9% of pay based on years of service)
• Academic Assistance and Reimbursements for Tuition and Student Loans
• Employee Discounts including Tickets, Retail, Mental Health Apps, Education Apps, Identity Theft Protection etc.
• Home, Auto, and Pet Insurance
• Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability coverage
• Adoption Assistance
• Legal Benefits and lots more!

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a(an) Paramedic where your passion for creating positive patient interactions are valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise!

Job Summary and Qualifications

POSITION SUMMARY:

The EMT-PARAMEDIC is to provide patient care in accordance with established policies and procedures of Las Palmas Medical Center. In collaboration with the patient, the patient’s family and other members of the health care team. The EMT-PARAMEDIC works under the direction of the ER Director and reports to the charge nurse for shift assignments and direction of shift duties assigned. The paramedic works under the RN with delegation to unlicensed personnel in

Accordance with Rule 224 of the Texas BON (relating to RN delegation in acute care setting or for patients with acute conditions)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

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  Demonstrates knowledge and application of patient care, to include vital signs, venipuncture, urinary catherization, cardiac monitoring, and 12 lead EKG.
• Blood glucose monitoring, patient transfers – lifts, immobilization techniques, basic wound care and dressing changes, assist with emergency procedures and equipment/supplies, pulse oximetry monitoring and oxygen delivery device application.
• Monitors and recognizes changes in the patient’s behavioral and physiological status and takes appropriate action based on assessment.
• Participates in the unit based Quality Improvement Process
• Monitors and documents information regarding patient activities, as directed by the RN.
• Monitoring of supply need in the ED, with replacing and restocking as needed.
• Complies with National Patient Safety Goals.
• Provides excellent customer service to all internal and external customers.
• Knowledge with 100% compliance of Core Measures in the Emergency Department
• Other duties as assigned.

What qualifications you will need:

• High School Graduate / GED

REQUIRED LICENSURE/CERTIFICATIONS:

• BCLS certification
• ACLS
• PALS
• EMT-PARAMEDIC CERTIFICATION
• PHTLS preferred not required
• All certifications/licensures must be renewed before expiration date.

Las Palmas Medical Center is a 300+ bed full-service hospital in El Paso. It is home to the region’s only kidney transplant center. The facility offers a range of services including emergency care with a Level III trauma center, cardiac care, women’s services, pediatric care and NICU, cancer care, and more. Las Palmas Medical Center is part of Las Palmas Del Sol Healthcare. We are a leading healthcare provider for El Paso and the surrounding region that is part of HCA Healthcare.

HCA Healthcare has been named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere Institute for over a decade. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Paramedic opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.