Must Haves:
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Texas DSHS certification as EMT - (if not certified - must acquire certification before start date)
- Possess and maintain all certifications required by the Medical Control Board and by the UT Health East Texas EMS Master Contract.
- Possess and maintain current Texas motor vehicle operator’s license and meet all company requirements according to policy
Plusses:
- National Registry
- International Trauma Life Support (ITLS) certification or Pre-hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) certification
- Pediatric Education for Pre-Hospital Professionals (PEPP) certification or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification
- 2 years of driving experience
Job Description:
UT Health is seeking 40 paramedics to join their team full-time around the East Texas are. Paramedics are accountable for responding to all assigned calls in the most appropriate, efficient manner and providing the highest standards of patient care while keeping a safe and hazard-free environment. The Paramedic works with an EMT on a MICU ambulance and contributes to overall patient care in the areas of patient assessment, triage, packaging and transport according to protocol. There are occasions in which the Paramedic may work with another Paramedic on a “Double Medic” unit within the system.
Pay Rate: $52,000-$74,000/yr
PLEASE NOTE: This position includes a $10,000 sign-on bonus with a 2-year commitment AND relocation assistance up to $10,000 for candidates 50+ miles from Tyler, TX.
Location: Panola County, Wood County, Henderson County, Cherokee County, and Smith County
Hours: 2 on 2 off 12-hour shifts & every other Fri, Sat, Sun - shift times/locations are up for bidding once hired. Candidates WILL be paid 1.5 for overtime!