Senior - Paramedic
Children's Medical Center Dallas
Dallas, TX
5x8 hrs

The PRN Commit program is a staffing plan to address seasonal surges in patient volumes. Individuals will be expected to commit to a 16-week assignment; opportunities to extend may be available based on patient volumes and staffing need. This is an as needed position; to ensure the best coverage during our season surges, external new hires should be available for 2-3 shifts per week. A completion payout is also available to be paid at the end of each 16-week assignment block. 

Why Children’s Health?
At Children's Health, our mission is to Make Life Better for Children, and we recognize that their health plays a crucial role in achieving this goal. Through our cutting-edge treatments and affiliation with UT Southwestern, we strive to deliver an extraordinary patient and family experience, ensuring that every moment, big or small, contributes to their overall well-being. Our dedication to promoting children's health extends beyond our organization and encompasses the broader community. Together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of children and contribute to a brighter and healthier future for all.

Summary:
The Sr. Paramedic operating in the Emergency Department will work under the delegation and direct supervision of a licensed physician using approved clinical skills for patients who are classified in the BLS or ALS category. The Sr. Paramedic will provide care to patients under the direction of the medical director to perform functions that support and supplement the health care team. The Sr. Paramedic will assist in managing the customer service experience of the patient and their families during patient care activities.

Responsibilities:
* Perform BLS and advanced skills during patient care including, but not limited to initiation of PIV catheters; priming IV fluids (excluding blood products); naso/oral/pharyngeal suctioning and insertion of NG/OG tubes.
* Assist in emergency situations by initiating BLS and ALS lifesaving skills, assisting with chest compressions.
* Perform documentation of patient care in the electronic medical record per department and hospital guidelines.
* Administer approved medications per physician order or protocol.
* Apply family and patient centered care to all job aspects and support family during all phases of care.
* Assist in the training and development of new staff to the department. Provides objective feedback to team leader/manager related to progress of new hires.
* Participate in meetings, committees, and maintain all required training.
* Perform the transport of patients to procedures in adherence to hospital policy.
* Provide objective feedback to team leader/manager related to progress of new hires; perform basic and advanced skills in accordance with the ED Paramedic protocols; assist staff with the stabilization of critically ill and injured neonatal and pediatric patients.

WORK EXPERIENCE: 

* At least 2 years job related experience required
* At least 1 year experience in acute care/emergency setting preferred 
* At least 1 year pediatric experience preferred 

EDUCATION
* High school diploma or equivalent required; additional training beyond high school required 

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
* Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers as required by CP 1.20 Life Support Course Requirements required
* Either one of: Texas EMT-P license or Texas LP licensure required 
* PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) 180 Days required 
* ACLS (Advance Cardiac Life Support) certification 180 Days required 
* Any one of: BTLS, ITLS or PHTLS (Basic Trauma Life Support/International Trauma Life Support, Pre-hospital Trauma Life Support) certification 180 Days preferred

A Place Where You Belong

We put our people first. We welcome, value, and respect 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.

As an equal opportunity employer, Children's Health does not discriminate against employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, veteran or military status, disability, or genetic information or any other Federal or State legally protected status or class. This applies to all aspects of the employer-employee relationship including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, promotion, transfer pay, training, discipline, workforce adjustments, termination, employee benefits, and any other employment-related activity.