Paramedic

$3,000 Sign on bonus for eligible, experienced Paramedic's!

This is a full time position working the day shift at Northwest Medical Center Houghton.

Summary:

Carries out therapeutic measures for patients in the Emergency Department while working with the emergency team as directed by the Administrative Medical Director or online qualified physician (per R9-25-204, 205), and ED Nursing Leadership.

Position Qualifications/Minimum Requirements

Education:

Required: High School diploma/GED or equivalent experience
Preferred: Post High School Vocational/Specialized Training.

Experience:

Required: One year experience in a pre-hospital setting.

Skills:

Perform Medical treatments, procedures, and skills that are within the scope of practice for a CEP as defined by ADHS & are also permissible by both Northwest Medical Center and the Administrative Medical Director. Appropriate prioritization and planning skills, while achieving safety and quality in a high volume environment; Engaging and effective communication and service skills; Adherence to policy and procedures; Process improvement oriented; Self-initiative to assist with whatever is needed.

Licenses/Certifications:

Required:
AZ state CEP certification -OR- National EMS Certification as a Paramedic from the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians
American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross(ARC) BLS, PALS and ACLS certifications

Northwest Medical Center Houghton is a 52-bed, full-service hospital serving Tucson's east side. With a cath lab, labor and delivery unit, intensive care and neonatal intensive care units, full lab and radiology services and four operating rooms supporting a broad array of specialties, Northwest Medical Center Houghton holds plenty of opportunity for applicants. Whether caring for patients at the bedside or supporting the hospital in a non-clinical role, we're excited to build a team who can really make an impact on our community.  NMC Houghton is accredited by The Joint Commission and is an equal opportunity employer:  race, gender, disability and Veteran status, and VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested.