Paramedic

Job Description

Your experience matters :

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. National Park Medical Center, a 163-bed full-service hospital, is a forward thinking, innovative hospital where trust, teamwork and technology come together to make a positive difference in the health of our community and region.

More about our team :

Live where others only get to vacation…Hot Springs, located in the gently rolling Ouachita Mountains, offers a unique combination of natural beauty, cultural life, and historical interest. With numerous outdoor activities, art galleries, local shops, and diverse cuisine, Hot Springs has something for everyone.

How you'll contribute

• As a Paramedic, you will respond to emergency calls, assess patients' needs, and provide lifesaving medical treatment within your scope of practice. You'll work alongside nurses, physicians, and other clinical staff to ensure safe, efficient, and compassionate care.
• Respond promptly to calls for emergency medical services and assess the nature and extent of illness or injury.
• Administer emergency medical care, including stabilization, monitoring, and resuscitation, as appropriate.
• Administer medications and perform procedures within scope of practice.
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with physicians, nurses, and medical personnel.
• Maintain accurate documentation and follow care directives from supervising providers.
• Support unit readiness by keeping patient rooms and work areas clean, stocked, and orderly.
• Participate in staff meetings, in-service trainings, and department projects as assigned.

What we're looking for

Paramedic Technical Certification or associate degree – Required

Licensure & Certifications:

Current State of Arkansas Paramedic Licensure – Required

Basic Life Support (BLS) – must be obtained within the first week of orientation

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) – required within 6 months of employment

Skills & Experience:

Strong critical thinking, sound judgment, and ability to work independently in high-pressure situations.

Prior experience in emergency services or acute care – Preferred

Why join us

• Comprehensive Benefits : Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO : Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth : Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being : Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development : Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

EEOC Statement

National Park Medical Center provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to 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.

Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.