Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional development opportunities
Employee wellness programs
Job Description
Houston Methodist Hospital stands as a beacon of exceptional healthcare, recognized as the No. 1 hospital in Texas by U.S. News & World Report and ranked among America’s "Best Hospitals." Situated in the heart of the Texas Medical Center, Houston Methodist is a premier full-service, acute-care hospital and the flagship facility within the Houston Methodist system. This nonprofit teaching hospital is renowned for its commitment to innovative medical research, comprehensive residency training programs, and strong affiliations with major academic institutions like Weill Cornell Medicine, New York-Presbyterian Hospital, Texas A&M University, and the University of Houston. With nearly a thousand operating... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Three years of ambulance/transport experience as primary clinical attendant
- Valid EMT-P or LP state license
- Valid driver’s license
- Current BLS certification (AHA)
- Current ACLS certification (AHA)
- Current PALS certification (AHA) within 3 months
- NVCRISIS or Nonviolent Crisis Intervention certification within 6 months
- Ability to communicate effectively in English
- Ability to operate ambulance safely
- Ability to perform patient care per protocols
- Ability to document patient care accurately
- Ability to manage time and prioritize tasks
- Ability to adapt to multiple priorities
- Competent computer skills
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Three years of ambulance/transport experience as primary clinical attendant
- One year hospital experience preferred
- State EMT-P or LP license
- Valid driver’s license
- BLS certification (AHA)
- ACLS certification (AHA)
- PALS certification (AHA) within 3 months
- NVCRISIS or CPI certification within 6 months
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively
- Proficiency in English reading, writing, and speaking
- Knowledge of ambulance equipment and clinical protocols
- Competency in computer operations including electronic health records
Job Duties
- Provide safe and efficient transfer of patient and patient care information to receiving personnel
- Collaborate with interprofessional team by communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information
- Interact respectfully with peers, staff, and physicians and serve as a role model and mentor
- Provide direct patient care under physician direction and document care administered
- Conduct patient examinations for signs and symptoms of illness or injury
- Administer advanced and basic life support care during transport per protocols
- Document all aspects of patient condition and treatment thoroughly
- Conduct regular ambulance inventory and equipment testing
- Operate ambulance safely and efficiently in adherence to hospital policies
- Use resources efficiently and assist with patient and staffing needs
- Report equipment repairs and maintain orderly environment
- Participate in skill development, performance improvement, and shared governance
- Attend mandatory meetings and update individual development plans
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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