PRN PARAMEDIC - Quick Hire!

The Bellaire Fire Department is a dedicated public safety organization committed to protecting the lives and property of its community through prompt and professional emergency response services. Situated in the city of Bellaire, Texas, this fire department plays a vital role in maintaining the city’s overall safety and well-being. Known for its community-oriented approach, the department emphasizes teamwork, training, and advanced medical care to respond effectively to emergencies involving medical, fire, and rescue situations. The Bellaire Fire Department is proactive about equipping its personnel with the latest tools and training to ensure optimal outcomes during emergency incidents. This employment opportunity is for a Paramedic position, which functions as a crucial link between emergency response and patient care. The role is designed to support the department’s mission of saving lives and promoting safety. The position will be assigned to a peak Medic Unit operating Monday through Friday from 7 am to 7 pm, working 12-hour shifts on a PRN (as-needed) basis. This schedule caters to the department’s initiative of enhancing emergency medical services during critical hours. The Paramedic will perform technical tasks focused on rescue operations and deliver exemplary patient care at emergency scenes, thereby significantly contributing to the overall success of the city’s emergency response system. The Paramedic’s responsibilities include responding promptly to fire and medical emergency calls, assessing situations, providing life-saving interventions, and administering medications as per established protocols. This involves direct patient care at the scene and during transport, ensuring the safety and well-being of patients at all times. The role also demands the use of communication devices like radios and telephones for effective coordination of response activities. In addition to medical duties, the Paramedic will be responsible for apparatus maintenance, including routine cleaning, stocking, and upkeep of ambulances and firefighting vehicles. This ensures that all equipment and vehicles are in optimal condition and ready for immediate deployment. A significant aspect of the role involves public relations. The Paramedic will build and maintain positive relationships with hospital staff and emergency departments to facilitate smooth patient transitions. Community engagement is also vital, with responsibilities that include educating the public on EMS safety, responding to citizen inquiries, performing public presentations, and assisting with fire station tours. This outreach supports public awareness and reinforces the department’s positive image within the community by demonstrating empathy, professionalism, and compassion. Documentation is another key duty, where the Paramedic must use electronic medical recording systems such as ESO to meticulously record patient assessments, treatments, and interventions. Accurate and timely documentation ensures continuity of care and provides detailed reports to hospital staff, outlining patient conditions and treatments administered. The Paramedic is also expected to contribute to team efforts by performing other related duties as assigned. This multifaceted role demands a high level of technical skill, adaptability, compassionate patient care, and a commitment to community service, positioning the Paramedic as a vital component in the city’s public safety infrastructure.

• High school diploma or GED
• DSHS Paramedic license
• CPR certification
• ACLS certification
• PALS certification
• Valid driver's license