Paramedic

Paramedic

Galveston County Health District is seeking dedicated Paramedic to provide lifesaving emergency medical care and safe patient transport. This role involves responding to emergency and non-emergency calls, stabilizing patients, and ensuring seamless transfer to medical facilities while operating within protocol and scope of practice.

Why Join Us?

We don’t just offer a job—we offer a career with fantastic benefits, including:
✅ Amazing retirement package to secure your future
✅ Affordable medical insurance to keep you and your family covered
✅ Generous paid time off so you can recharge
✅ FREE life insurance & long-term disability for peace of mind
✅ FREE parking—because the little things matter too!

What You’ll Do:

• Assess patient condition, prioritize treatment, and call for additional resources if needed.
• Provide on-scene emergency or non-emergency care, ensuring patient safety & comfort.
• Assist in patient extrication and transfer to an ambulance.
• Administer lifesaving interventions, including medications and advanced airway management.
• Maintain ongoing patient care & monitoring during transport.
• Operate under standing orders and protocols from the Medical Director.

• Relay critical patient information (vital signs, medical status) via radio to hospitals.
• Request professional treatment advice & authorization as needed.
• Accurately document all patient care in the electronic Patient Care Report (ePCR) system.

• Ensure ambulance, medical supplies, and equipment remain in operational readiness.
• Perform minor repairs and report major mechanical issues.
• Maintain clean & stocked ambulances per protocol.

• Maintain legible records and compliance documentation.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Equivalent education and experience will be considered.

What We’re Looking For:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Licensed Paramedic or Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic (EMT-P) in Texas.
• No unresolved complaints with DSHS.
• Previous work as an EMT-Paramedic preferred but not required.
• Emergency care, basic rescue techniques, and operation of related equipment.
• Understanding of EMS principles, patient advocacy, and incident management.
• Emergency vehicle response, navigation under stress, and decision-making in critical situations.
• American Heart Association CPR, ACLS, & PALS Certification (Required).
• Protocol Certified by EMS Medical Director (within 30 days of employment).
• Valid Texas Driver’s License & ability for immediate transportation.
• Satisfactory DMV/MVR background check required.
• Strong customer service, communication, and documentation skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office & electronic medical records (ePCRs).
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Adherence to GCHD immunization policy & ICS training.
• Must pass criminal background check & drug/alcohol screening.

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

No phone calls, please

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Our Mission: Protecting and Promoting the One Health of Galveston County