Senior Paramedic

At Children's Health, we are committed to delivering exceptional patient care and creating a positive work environment for our team members. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Paramedic to join our Emergency Department team.

The Senior Paramedic will work under the delegation and direct supervision of a licensed physician, providing care to patients in the BLS or ALS category. The successful candidate will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

• Perform BLS and advanced skills during patient care, including initiation of PIV catheters, priming IV fluids, naso/oral/pharyngeal suctioning, and insertion of NG/OG tubes.
• Assist in emergency situations by initiating BLS and ALS life-saving skills, assisting with chest compressions.
• Document patient care in the electronic medical record, adhering to department and hospital guidelines.
• Administer approved medications per physician order or protocol.
• Apply family and patient-centered care to all job aspects, supporting families during all phases of care.
• Assist in the training and development of new staff, providing objective feedback to team leaders/ managers.
• Participate in meetings, committees, and maintain all required training.
• Transport patients to procedures in adherence to hospital policy.

• At least 2 years of job-related experience.
• At least 1 year of experience in an acute care/emergency setting (preferred).
• At least 1 year of pediatric experience (preferred).

• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional training beyond high school (required).

• Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (required).
• Either Texas EMT-P license or Texas LP licensure (required).
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) certification (180 days required).
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification (180 days required).
• PPMAB certification (60 days required).
• Any one of: BTLS, ITLS, or PHTLS certification (180 days preferred).

We put our people first, welcoming, valuing, and respecting the beliefs, identities, and experiences of our patients and colleagues. We are committed to delivering culturally effective care, creating meaningful partnerships in the communities we serve, and equipping and developing our team members to make Children's Health a place where everyone can contribute.

• Employee portion of medical plan premiums covered after 3 years.
• 4%-10% employee savings plan match based on tenure.
• Paid Parental Leave (up to 12 weeks).
• Caregiver Leave.
• Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement.