Paramedic jobs in Dallas, TX

Paramedic provides emergency advanced life support care to patients who are ill and/or injured. Conducts patient assessment to determine the extent of an illness or injury and to establish and prioritize medical procedures to follow. Being a Paramedic performs life support procedures or administers oxygen. Dispenses antiseptic solution to prevent infection, starts and administers intravenous fluids. Additionally, Paramedic performs other emergency medical procedures needed to stabilize patient during transport. Provides an update on patient's condition and status of treatments when transferring to other medical personnel. May require registry in NREMT. Typically requires an associate degree in an accredited Paramedic program. Requires Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR). Requires Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - Basic. Typically reports to a manager. The Paramedic works independently within established procedures associated with the specific job function. Has gained proficiency in multiple competencies relevant to the job. To be a Paramedic typically requires 3-5 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Paramedic
  • acadianambulance
  • Sherman, TX FULL_TIME
  • JOB SUMMARY: Provide appropriate, efficient and timely pre-hospital advanced, intermediate and basic life support care and transportation of the sick and injured in accordance with local, state, national and Acadian Ambulance standards of practice.

    EQUIPMENT:  Ambulance; stretcher; folding stretcher; scoop stretcher; long spine boards and KED; spinal immobilization equipment; radios and computerized communications equipment; splinting devices; suction devices; bandaging materials; oxygen bottles and tubings; basic and advanced airway management devices; glucometer; intravenous fluid therapy equipment; cardiac monitor / defibrillator; pulse oximeter; fire extinguisher; simple extrication devices; simple mechanics tools; blood pressure cuff and stethoscope; patient restraints; simple traction devices; other medical and related equipment items not specifically listed may be added as new items are introduced.

     

    DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  Except as specifically noted, the following functions are considered essential to this position.

    • Conducts a careful examination of the patient for signs and symptoms of illness/injury and assists other medical personnel as necessary.
    • Administers prompt and efficient basic, intermediate and advanced life support care within the limits of licensure or certification and in accordance with approved protocols prior to and during transport.
    • Provides careful handling of the patient to and from the ambulance.
    • Provides safe and efficient transport of the patient in the ambulance to the medical facility.
    • Provides a safe and efficient transfer of patient and patient care information to the receiving personnel at the destination.
    • Documents all aspects of patient condition and treatment on EMS run reports.  Obtains and records non-medical patient information as required.  Completes other patient documentation and forms as required.
    • Conducts regular unit inventory and equipment testing to ensure all equipment for which the paramedic is responsible is present, clean and in proper working order.
    • Upon completion of transport, responsible for all assigned duties which will place the ambulance and equipment back in service.
    • Responsible for full knowledge of the ambulance’s equipment and its proper use at all times.
    • Documents and reports all needed repairs to the proper maintenance departments (electronic or mechanical) as well as to supervisors and other ambulance personnel as required.
    • In the absence of other qualified personnel, responsible for the use of basic extrication tools and procedures to gain access to the patient if necessary.
    • In the absence of other qualified personnel, responsible for controlling the patient’s surroundings in such a way as to minimize further danger and control the actions of bystanders.
    • In both the emergency and non-emergency setting, operates / drives the ambulance in a safe and efficient manner, following company driving guidelines, so the safety or condition of the occupants are not compromised.
    • Follows all FCC regulations when communicating via electronic communications equipment.
    • Attends all mandatory meetings as scheduled.   
    • Completes assigned station and station grounds duties.
    • Orders supplies and equipment from Central Supply to replenish station and ambulance inventories as needed.
    • Completes assigned ambulance duties (i.e., washing, waxing, interior and exterior cleaning, etc.) as required.
    • Completes all required company reports and logs and when necessary provides other ambulance and supervisory personnel with the information.
    • As an approved Field Training Officer, you are responsible for training new employees as directed.
    • As an approved Field Training officer, you are responsible for precepting EMT-Basic, Intermediate and Paramedic students as directed.
    • Must meet and fulfill the qualifications, requirements, functions and responsibilities of the Emergency Medical Technician – Basic and Intermediate job descriptions.
    • Performs other duties as assigned.

    These duties, responsibilities, requirements, and conditions are not intended to be all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties, responsibilities, requirements and conditions.

     

     

     

    QUALIFICATIONS: 

    1. High School Diploma or GED.
    2. National and/or State certification as an Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic determined by appropriate state requirements.
    3. Current CPR certification as established by the American Heart Association.
    4. Current ACLS certification as established by the American Heart Association.
    5. Current and valid state-issued driver’s license determined by appropriate state requirements (equivalent of a Louisiana Class “D” driver’s license).
    6. Must be able to read, write and communicate professionally and effectively with employees and managers.  Must possess the ability to write simple correspondence or reports.  Must possess the ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees and/or managers.
    7. Must be knowledgeable of company protocols, operational procedures and safety policies.
    8. Must be able to drive large vehicles in normal and adverse conditions.
    9. Additional certifications such as, NALS, PALS, PHTLS, PEEP, and Instructor certifications are preferred but not required.

     

    INTERPERSONAL REQUIREMENTS:

    1. Maintain social, ethical and organizational norms.
    2. Achieve accomplishment of all task details, no matter how small.
    3. Maintain good personal motivation; develop a sense of ownership of job tasks and results.
    4. Must have a sense of urgency for all work performed.
    5. Must maintain professionalism and respect with patients, co-workers, emergency service providers, healthcare workers and the general public.

     

    TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:

    • Orientation to job requirements.

     

    REPORTS TO: 
    Operations Supervisor
    Operations Manager
    Vice President of Operations

     

     All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. 

  • 19 Days Ago

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Paramedic
  • Allegiance Mobile Health
  • Carrollton, TX FULL_TIME
  • Position Title: Paramedic Reports To: On-Duty Supervisor/District Manager FLSA Status: Non-exempt Allegiance Mobile Health of Carrollton, TX is looking to hire a part-time Paramedic. This ambulance jo...
  • 20 Days Ago

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Paramedic
  • Allegiance Mobile Health
  • Sherman, TX FULL_TIME
  • Position Title: Paramedic Reports To: On-Duty Supervisor/District Manager FLSA Status: Non-exempt Allegiance Mobile Health of Sherman, TX is looking to hire a full-time Paramedic. This ambulance job e...
  • 20 Days Ago

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Paramedic
  • Global Medical Response, Inc.
  • Greenville, TX FULL_TIME
  • Job Description ParamedicIMMEDIATE HIRING! PARAMEDIC Opportunity We’re hiring Paramedics that are passionate about delivering compassionate, high-quality service and basic, as well as advanced, patien...
  • 22 Days Ago

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Paramedic
  • patientcareems-tx
  • Wylie, TX FULL_TIME
  • SUMMARY: This position reports to a Supervisor. Paramedics are accountable for responding to all assigned calls in the most appropriate and efficient manner, providing the highest standards of patient...
  • 24 Days Ago

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Paramedic
  • acadianambulance
  • Dallas, TX PART_TIME,FULL_TIME
  • JOB SUMMARY: Provide appropriate, efficient and timely pre-hospital advanced, intermediate and basic life support care and transportation of the sick and injured in accordance with local, state, natio...
  • 24 Days Ago

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Firefighter/Paramedic or Paramedic
  • City Of Keller
  • Keller, TX
  • Job Description Job Description Hiring Process Steps 1 and 2 are required as part of the initial application process for...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Firefighter/Paramedic
  • Town of Little Elm
  • Little Elm, TX
  • For additional information, go to: https://www.littleelm.org/1422/Recruitment-Info **Please reserve Saturday, April 13th...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Paramedic
  • Rockwall County EMS
  • Rockwall, TX
  • Job Description Job Description Rockwall County EMS is currently accepting applications for FULL TIME Paramedic position...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Firefighter/Paramedic - No Experience Required
  • Town of Little Elm, Texas
  • Little Elm, TX
  • For additional information, go to: https://www.littleelm.org/1422/Recruitment-Info Please reserve Saturday, April 13th, ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Paramedic/ER Tech - PRN Nights
  • Baylor Scott & White Emergency Hospital
  • Grand Prairie, TX
  • About Us: HIGHLIGHTS SHIFT: Night Shift (7p-7a) JOB TYPE: PRN FACILITY TYPE: 16 bed Small-Format Hospital (8 ER, 8 Inpat...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Paramedic/ER Tech - PRN Nights
  • Emerus
  • Grand Prairie, TX
  • About Us: HIGHLIGHTS SHIFT: Night Shift (7p-7a) JOB TYPE: PRN FACILITY TYPE: 16 bed Small-Format Hospital (8 ER, 8 Inpat...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Paramedic Fulltime Nights
  • Tenet Healthcare Corporation
  • Sunnyvale, TX
  • JOB SUMMARY Assists with patient care based on individual patient needs within the scope of practice under direct superv...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Mobile Healthcare Paramedic
  • Acadian Health
  • Dallas, TX
  • Acadian Health JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: Paramedic Alternate Job Title(s): N/A Division/Department: Acadian Health Stat...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

Dallas (/ˈdæləs/), officially the City of Dallas, is a city in the U.S. state of Texas and the seat of Dallas County, with portions extending into Collin, Denton, Kaufman and Rockwall counties. With an estimated 2017 population of 1,341,075, it is the ninth most-populous city in the U.S. and third in Texas after Houston and San Antonio. It is also the eighteenth most-populous city in North America as of 2015. Located in North Texas, the city of Dallas is the main core of the largest metropolitan area in the Southern United States and the largest inland metropolitan area in the U.S. that lacks ...
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Income Estimation for Paramedic jobs
$44,038 to $54,551
Dallas, Texas area prices
were up 2.2% from a year ago

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