Paramedic - Emergency Department
Parkland Health14 hours ago
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OnsiteFull-timeEntry
Summary
Parkland Health is seeking a Paramedic for the Emergency Department to assist physicians and nursing staff in the care and treatment of patients in Dallas, TX.
About the Role
As a Paramedic in the Emergency Department, you will perform specified patient care activities under the direction of a Registered Nurse, maintain continuous data collection on patient status, and ensure patient comfort and safety. Responsibilities include performing lab procedures, documenting patient care activities, assisting with cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and transporting patients safely.
About You
Required:
- Must have one (1) year of experience as an EMT-Paramedic in a MICU environment.
- Must be licensed as an EMT-Paramedic in the State of Texas.
- Must have current healthcare provider CPR certification.
- Must have current Advanced Life Support (ALS) or Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
Preferred:
- Ability to communicate effectively with personnel of other departments, nurses, physicians, patients, and families.
- Demonstrated flexible work habits and skill at setting priorities.
Parkland Health
Parkland Health first opened its doors in 1894 and is now one of the largest public hospital systems in the country. The hospital averages more than 1 million outpatient visits annually. Services include a Level I Trauma Center, the only verified burn center in North Texas and a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. The system also includes 20 community-based clinics, including primary care and women's clinics, 12 school-based clinics and numerous outreach and education programs. Parkland is the primary teaching hospital for the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. Despite our growth for more than 100 years, our mission and vision remain the same – to care for you and your family. Thank you for choosing Parkland.
Dallas, TX