Paramedic - ECC Emergency Care - PRN
Company: CHRISTUS Health
Location: San Marcos
Posted on: January 25, 2026
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Job Description:
Description CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital – San Marcos, which
originated in 1923 as Hays County Soldiers, Sailors and Marines
Memorial Hospital, opened at its current Wonder World Drive
location in 1983.Our staffof more than 700 Associatesworkswith more
than 300 active and consulting physicians to provide quality
services to patients and their families. For more than 20
consecutive years, we have been named The Best Hospital in Hays
County in the annual “Best of Hays” publication released by the San
Marcos Daily Record. In addition to interventional cardiac
services, CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital – San Marcos is a Certified
Chest Pain Center and an accredited Primary Stroke Center. We lead
the region in da Vinci robotic-assisted surgery andoffersa variety
of specialty care services including medical imaging,
rehabilitation, hospice, women’s services and more. Summary: The
Paramedic is a certified and/or licensed paramedic and is part of
the hospital’s Emergency Department patient care team. Reporting to
the ED Nursing Director or Nursing Manager, the Paramedic
collaboratively works in a complementary and assistive role with
nursing. Under the direct clinical supervision of the licensed
physician present in the same area or adjacent area, the paramedic
provides assistance and performs procedures, and is authorized to
provide advanced life support, administer medications and perform a
patient evaluation of signs and symptoms based on their field skill
sets. The Paramedic assists the nursing staff in providing patient
care in accordance with training, competence and skill. He/she is
knowledgeable of and follows all hospital policies and procedures.
Consistently assists the patient care team with maintaining a
clean, well-organized, adequately stocked and safe patient
environment. Responsibilities: Completely operates patient
monitoring equipment, records, rhythm strips, runs 12 lead EKGs,
biomarkers, and glucometer readings under the direction of the
licensed physician. Performs phlebotomy, collects laboratory
specimens as ordered and inserts saline lock, Foley catheter and
nasal gastric tubes under the direction of the licensed physician.
Assist in patient care, obtains and documents vital signs, provides
patient hygiene, maintains clear and respectful communications with
patients, families, and the healthcare team. Maintains a clean and
safe environment and manages all assigned supplies and equipment.
Demonstrates proficiency in setting up and performing procedures as
delegated. Transports patients to radiology and nursing units
(except ICU) utilizing appropriate transport and monitoring
equipment. It is the responsibility of the Paramedic to comply with
the Hospital’s defined job description and competencies. Performs
other duties as assigned. Requirements: Education/Skills High
School Graduate or equivalent required Successfully passed
paramedic exam Experience One year of experience as a Paramedic in
a 9-1-1 or hospital setting required; 3 years preferred. Licenses,
Registrations, or Certifications Current certification as an EMT-P
in the state of Texas Current BLS, ACLS and PALS Certifications NRP
within 90 days of hire Work Schedule: 6PM - 6AM 12 HR Shift Work
Type: Per Diem As Needed
Keywords: CHRISTUS Health, Killeen , Paramedic - ECC Emergency Care - PRN, Healthcare , San Marcos, Texas
