Paramedic

We’ve learned that what is best for patients is also best for employees. Learn more about why we are one of the Best Companies to Work for in Texas.********************************************************Please include certification with your application**UMC EMS shifts are 12 hours long. We follow the Panama schedule format where every other three-day weekend is off.Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri SatOff On On Off Off On OnOn Off Off On On Off OffJob SummaryParamedics serve as the primary provider of emergency medical care and transportation for ill and injured persons in the pre-hospital environmentReports to: Supervisor, EMSJob Specific ResponsibilitiesDaily assignments may include but are not limited to:Functions as a sole First Responder Paramedic and as an integral member of an EMS ambulance crewSafely and expeditiously responds to the scene of the request for EMS assistanceEvaluates the patient(s), communicates the patient’s illness or injury according to established medical protocols and pre-hospital standards of careSafely transports the patient to the receiving facility, and accurately completes all related documentationEnsures that all equipment and supplies are present and in working order at the assigned station and/or EMS vehicleAll other assigned duties related to EMSEducation and ExperienceHigh School Diploma or GEDRequired Licensures/Certifications/RegistrationsTexas Department of Health Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic certificationBLS: Basic Life Skills certification by The American Heart AssociationClass C driver license with no DWI convictions in the prior 10 yearsSkills and AbilitiesPractical knowledge of medicolegal aspects of pre-hospital patient care is essentialBasic medical terminology and pre-hospital patient care skillsEffective communicator, both verbally and in writing; Must speak English fluentlyKnowledge of the Lubbock geographical areas or the ability to effectively read GPS coordinatesInteraction with Other Departments and Other RelationshipsThis position will interact with patients, their family members, health care providers, members of public safety and law enforcement personnel, students, volunteers, and fellow employeesPhysical CapabilitiesFrequently exerts a medium amount of force to lift, carry, push, pull and move patients or objects. Frequently work involves standing, walking, bending, stooping, crouching and kneeling. Occasionally work involves sitting, running, climbing stairs, climbing ladders and crawling.Environmental/Working ConditionsEmergency Medical Services provides crew quarters which are well lighted and ventilated. This position is subject to adverse weather and working conditions. The paramedic is frequently exposed to blood, and other infectious agents. Occasionally work involves the paramedic to be outdoors, in confined spaces, heights, underground, wet, and dry environment with a wide range of temperatures. Frequently work involves a noisy environment, and unusual lighting.UMC Health System provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.*Request for accommodations in the hire process should be directed to UMC Human Resources.* #J-18808-Ljbffr