This is a Per Diem (as needed) position working nights at Northwest Medical Center Houghton.

Summary:

Provides advanced life support care to patients who are ill and/or injured. Transports and transfers patients and assesses the extent of an illness or injury to establish and prioritize medical procedures to follow. Applies artificial respiration or administers oxygen when necessary, dispenses antiseptic solution to prevent infection, starts and administers intravenous fluids, and performs other emergency medical procedures during the ambulance ride. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Typically reports to manager.

Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent, registered with the EMT National Registry, licensed by State EMS Authority, and 1-2 years of related experience. Must be CPR certified. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field.

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.

Education

• High School or better

Licenses & Certifications

• C-AHA BLS Basic Cardiac
• C-AHA ACLS
• C-NREMT-EMS
• L-AZ-Paramedic

• C-AHA PALS