EMT Paramedic

JOB CLASSIFICATION: Paramedic DEPARTMENT: Emergency Management Service REPORT TO: EMS Chief JOB TYPE: Full Time 20261350-72 Overview City of South Houston EMS is seeking a dedicated and professional Paramedic to provide high-quality emergency medical care and patient transportation services to the community. The Paramedic will respond to emergency and non-emergency calls, assess patient conditions, provide advanced life support treatment, and ensure safe transport to medical facilities while maintaining professionalism, compassion, and adherence to department protocols, state regulations, and medical direction. Essential Duties and Responsibilities  Respond promptly and safely to emergency and non-emergency calls.  Assess, treat, and stabilize patients in accordance with local, state, and department protocols.  Perform advanced life support (ALS) procedures and interventions.  Administer medications and treatments as authorized by medical direction.  Operate and maintain ambulances, medical equipment, and communication devices  Complete accurate patient care reports and required documentation.  Maintain cleanliness, inventory, and readiness of EMS units and equipment.  Work collaboratively with firefighters, law enforcement, hospitals, and other healthcare professionals.  Participate in ongoing training, continuing education, drills, and department meetings.  Demonstrate professionalism, compassion, and excellent patient care at all times.  Follow all safety procedures, infection control standards, and department policies. Qualifications  Must possess a current Paramedic Certification with the Texas Department of State Health Services (TDSHS)  Current National Registry Certification (preferred not necessary)  Must possess current CPR/BLS, ACLS, PALS Certification  Valid Texas Driver License  Must possess NIMS 100, 200, 700, and 800 certifications  Must successfully pass an initial aptitude test Physical Requirements  Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds  Ability to lift, move, and carry patients and equipment  Ability to perform CPR and other emergency procedures for extended periods  Ability to work in varying weather conditions and stressful environments  Ability to perform physically demanding tasks in high-stress environments  Strong communication, teamwork, and decision-making skills Work Environment  Work is performed in both indoor and outdoor environments, including emergency scenes, residences, All applications meeting the City of South Houston minimum qualifications for the specified job will be considered for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, national origin, age, or the presence of a non-job-related medical of disability. roadways, industrial areas, and healthcare facilities  Employees may be exposed to hazardous situations, infectious diseases, bloodborne pathogens, bodily fluids, and traumatic incidents  Must be able to work in extreme weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and severe weather events  Requires the ability to function effectively in high-stress and fast-paced emergency situations  Employees may work rotating shifts, extended hours, nights, weekends, holidays, mandatory overtime, and on-call assignments  Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, lifting, climbing stairs, and prolonged physical activity may be required  Must maintain emotional stability, professionalism, and sound judgment during emergencies and traumatic incidents  Work may involve operating emergency vehicles in heavy traffic and hazardous driving conditions  Employees are expected to maintain readiness for immediate response during assigned shifts  Teamwork, communication, and adherence to department policies and safety standards are essential at all times Miscellaneous  All duties and responsibilities may not be included in the above job description. Salary: $19.50 hourly On call status required Schedule: Shifts are scheduled online Submit Applications: Human Resources 1018 Dallas St. South Houston, TX 77587 Email: career@southhoustontx.gov