Paramedic

Job Description

Job Description

Pride Health is seeking an experienced Paramedic to join its Emergency Department team in a full-time, permanent position for the client located in Alamosa, CO 81101.

• Location: Alamosa, CO 81101
• Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent (PRN option available)
• Schedule: Monday - Friday / 40 hours per week (Varied Shift)
• Pay Range: $23–$32/ Hour
  
  

Position Overview
The ideal candidate will provide emergency patient care, perform assessments, administer medications and IV treatments, assist physicians, and ensure high-quality patient care in accordance with established protocols.

Required Qualifications & Certifications

• Minimum 2 years of Paramedic experience .
• BLS certification required upon hire.
• ACLS and PALS certifications required upon hire.
• IV Certification required upon hire.
• ITLS certification required within six months of hire.
• Strong patient assessment, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Manual dexterity to administer injections, insert catheters, and perform IV procedures.
• Ability to respond quickly to emergencies and unexpected safety situations.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide emergency patient care in accordance with established policies and scope of practice.
• Assess patients, identify medical needs, prioritize care, and implement emergency interventions.
• Administer medications, injections, and IV solutions as prescribed by physicians.
• Start and discontinue IVs and monitor patient vital signs and conditions.
• Recognize and promptly report abnormal findings or changes in patient conditions.
• Assist physicians during examinations, procedures, and emergency treatments.
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation.
• Follow established emergency protocols, policies, and procedures.
• Assist with staff education regarding new techniques and policy updates.
• Understand the scope of practice for EMS personnel, Paramedics, and Registered Nurses.

#PHC
#PHCSpecialtyZip For workers in the United States, PrideGlobal and it's affiliates offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

Equal Employment Opportunity
PrideGlobal and it's affiliates are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Fair Chance Employment
PrideGlobal and it's affiliates are a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.

Accommodations
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.

Only applicable for San Francisco Candidates : Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation.

Only applicable for Kentucky positions: For this type of employment, state law requires a criminal record check as a condition of employment. This applies to direct care staff (Examples: RN, LPN, Nurse Aides, Therapists) referred to Kentucky nursing facilities, assisted living communities, or long-term care facilities, in accordance with KRS 216.793. Company Description

Pride Health is Pride Global's healthcare staffing, providing recruitment solutions for healthcare professionals and the industry at large since 2010.

Pride Health delivers exceptional service to its clients and candidates by capitalizing on diverse recruiting, account management, and staffing backgrounds. Our expert staff provides tailored and swift sourcing solutions to help connect healthcare talent with their dream jobs. Our personalized approach within the industry shines through as we continue cultivating honest and open relationships with our network of healthcare professionals, creating an unparalleled environment full of trust and loyalty.

Company Description

Pride Health is Pride Global's healthcare staffing, providing recruitment solutions for healthcare professionals and the industry at large since 2010. \r\rPride Health delivers exceptional service to its clients and candidates by capitalizing on diverse recruiting, account management, and staffing backgrounds. Our expert staff provides tailored and swift sourcing solutions to help connect healthcare talent with their dream jobs. Our personalized approach within the industry shines through as we continue cultivating honest and open relationships with our network of healthcare professionals, creating an unparalleled environment full of trust and loyalty.