EMT - Paramedic - Nights
About the role
In this highly technical, fast-paced, and rewarding position, you'll collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to provide the very best care for patients. The Emergency Medicine Specialist assists with direct patient care to provide support services to the patients, families and other Emergency Department staff.
Responsibilities
- Communicate clearly and openly
- Build relationships to promote a collaborative environment
- Be accountable for your performance
- Always look for ways to improve the patient experience
- Take initiative for your professional growth
- Be engaged and eager to build a winning team
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Current Basic Life Support Certification required
- Current Texas EMT-P certification (license required)
- 1 year as a paramedic in pre-hospital or hospital setting
Qualifications
- Advanced Cardio Life Support preferred
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support recommended
- 2 years experience as EMT-P (preferred)
Schedule
- 36 hours per week
- 3 days per week
- 12-hour night shifts
About Methodist Southwest Medical Center
Methodist Southwest Medical Center, previously known as Methodist Charlton Medical Center, is a 314-bed, full-service, acute care teaching hospital that serves Cedar Hill, DeSoto, Duncanville, Lancaster, and Glen Heights in southwestern Dallas County. In addition to the new 40,000-square-foot expansion of the emergency department, we offer a newly renovated intensive care unit, labor and delivery unit, and interventional radiology suite; a Level III Trauma Center, a Level II Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, and the Dr. Stephen and Marilyn Mansfield Oncology Unit. We have been recognized for excellence in cardiac catheterization, electrophysiology, open heart surgery, and STEMI care, stroke care, hip and knee joint replacement, women and children's services, and more.
We strive to have a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve and welcomes the skills and talents of all groups. Our reputation as an award-winning employer shows in the distinctions we've earned: Magnet®-designated hospital; Get With The Guidelines® Gold and Gold Plus awards from the American Heart Association; Great Place to Work Certified 2026-2027; Glassdoor's Best Places to Work; Best Places to Work in Healthcare, Biotech & Pharma; and Best-Led Companies 2025 & 2026; TIME's Best Companies for Future Leaders 2025 & 2026; Newsweek's America's Most Admired Workplaces 2026; Fortune Best Workplaces in Texas 2026; Military Friendly Gold Employer 2025.