Job Description

Interested in a career with both meaning and growth? Whether your abilities are in direct patient care or one of the many other areas of healthcare administration and support, everyone at Parkland works together to fulfill our mission: the health and well-being of individuals and communities entrusted to our care. By joining Parkland, you become part of a diverse healthcare legacy that’s served our community for more than 125 years. Put your skills to work with us, seek opportunities to learn and join a talented team where patient care is more than a job. It’s our passion.

Primary Purpose

Assists physicians and nursing staff in the care and treatment of Emergency Department patients under

the direction of Registered Nurse. Maintains continuous collection of data on the status of the patients

and ensures the comfort and safety of patients.

Education

• None

Experience

• Must have one (1) year of experience as an EMT-Paramedic in a MICU environment.

Equivalent Education and/or Experience

• May have equivalent combination of education and experience in lieu of state experience.

Certification/Registration/Licensure

• Must be licensed as an EMT-Paramedic in the State of Texas.

• Must have current healthcare provider CPR certification from one of the following:

• American Heart Association

• American Red Cross Rescuer

• Military Training Network.

• Must have ACLS certification

Skills or Special Abilities

• Must be able to communicate effectively with personnel of other departments, nurses, physicians,

patients and families.

• Must be able to demonstrate flexible work habits and skill at setting priorities.

• Must demonstrate enthusiasm and eagerness to perform a variety of assigned duties.

• Must be able to demonstrate patient centered/patient valued behaviors.

Responsibilities

1. Performs specified patient care activities under the direction of a Registered Nurse to ensure optimal

care for patients. The activities may include collection of urine specimens (routine and clean-catch);

performing lab procedures (i.e. pregnancy tests); performing phlebotomy to include blood glucose

determination and hemocue; performing 12-lead EKG’s, applying cardiac monitor and pulse oximeter;

and taking and recording vital signs, in accordance with the provision of patient centered/patient

valued care, while providing optimal care for patients and their families.

2. Performs specified patient care activities under the direction of the Registered Nurse to ensure

optimal care for patients. The activities may include obtaining blood samples and urinary catheter

insertion, etc., as directed.

3. Documents observations, results, and patient care activities in the medical record. Communicates

observations and results to the Registered Nurse.

4. Assists with cardiopulmonary resuscitation as needed to ensure timely patient care.

5. Assists with wound care, suture tray set-up and simple dressings as directed by physician or nurse to

ensure patient needs are met.

6. Assists patients with activities of daily living, comfort and safety measures to ensure patient care.

7. Transports patients to other care/diagnostic areas ensuring that patients arrive safely. Monitors

patients during transport, as necessary.

8. Identifies ways to improve work processes and improve customer satisfaction. Makes

recommendations to supervisor, implements, and monitors results as appropriate in support of the

overall goals of the department and Parkland.

9. Stays abreast of the latest developments, advancements, and trends in the field of Paramedic by

attending seminars/workshops, reading professional journals, and/or maintaining

certification/licensure. Integrates knowledge gained into current work practices.

10. Maintains knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws, and guidelines that impact the

Emergency Services Department. Develops effective internal controls that promote adherence to

applicable state/federal laws, and the program requirements of accreditation agencies and federal,

state, and private health plans. Seeks advice and guidance as necessary to ensure proper

understanding.

Job Accountabilities

1. Identifies ways to improve work processes and improve customer satisfaction. Makes

recommendations to supervisor, implements, and monitors results as appropriate in support of

the overall goals of the department and Parkland.

2. Stays abreast of the latest developments, advancements, and trends in the field by attending

seminars/workshops, reading professional journals, actively participating in professional

organizations, and/or maintaining certification or licensure. Integrates knowledge gained into

current work practices.

3. Maintains knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws and guidelines that impact

the area. Develops effective internal controls designed to promote adherence with applicable

laws, accreditation agency requirements, and federal, state, and private health plans. Seeks

advice and guidance as needed to ensure proper understanding.

Parkland Health and Hospital System prohibits discrimination based on age (40 or over), race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, disability, national origin, marital status, political belief, or veteran status.