Paramedic

About the role

Provide medical care and support to athletes during athletic practices and games, ensuring safety and quick intervention in emergencies. Triage patients and administer first aid using specified supplies and equipment, in accordance with established protocols. Communicate effectively with students, athletic coaches, parents, and families, keeping them informed about the care and progress of student-athletes. Maintain accurate and timely documentation of medical assessments, treatments, and any injuries sustained during practices or games. Collaborate with other medical professionals, athletic trainers, and team staff when necessary, ensuring continuity of care for student-athletes.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical care and support to athletes during athletic practices and games, ensuring safety and quick intervention in emergencies.
• Triage patients and administer first aid using specified supplies and equipment, in accordance with established protocols.
• Communicate effectively with students, athletic coaches, parents, and families, keeping them informed about the care and progress of student-athletes.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of medical assessments, treatments, and any injuries sustained during practices or games.
• Collaborate with other medical professionals, athletic trainers, and team staff when necessary, ensuring continuity of care for student-athletes.

Requirements

• Licensure / Certification / Registration: Advanced Life Support obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• One or more of the following required: Emergency Medical Tech specializing in Paramedic credentialed from the Texas Office of EMS-Trauma Systems, Paramedic credentialed from the Texas Office of EMS-Trauma Systems, Drivers License preferred, Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Education: High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Preferences

• Experience working with children or student-athletes, ideally in an athletic or sports setting.
• Familiarity with emergency protocols for sports-related injuries and the ability to work autonomously.
• Advanced certifications in emergency care (e.g., ACLS, PALS) or sports medicine-related training are a plus.

Benefits

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity. Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Pay

$21.63 - $30.15 per hour

Schedule

Part time | 20 hours per week | Monday - Thursday