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Harris Health System

Critical Care Transport Nurse

Houston, TX · On-site

$47.37 - $56.23/hr

Credit union * Employee disaster relief * Tuition Reimbursement - Available after 6 months of ... EMT-Paramedic (EMT-P) - Texas Department of Health (preferred) Experience: * Minimum of 3 years of ...

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State of Missouri

Physician

Agency, MO · On-site

$211K - $250K/yr

The Medical Officer position serves as a member of the Missouri - 1 Disaster Medical Assistance ... Orders and/or administers medications for infection control, pain relief, and other conditions ...

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Aiea, HI

$135K - $145K/yr

Establish disaster planning programs and assume operational leadership during emergency situations ... Interact and coordinate with public and private emergency relief providers. People Leadership ...

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Critical Care Transport/ER Paramedic

Critical Care Transport/ER Paramedic

Harris Health System

Houston, TX • On-site

$25.52 - $32.54/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 14 days ago

Harris Health System rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 102 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

104th of 877 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Critical Care Transport/ER Paramedic
Location: Houston, TX
Pay Range: $25.52 - $32.54 per hour
Benefits
• Day 1 Benefits: Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• $10,000 Student Loan Repayment
• Shift Differentials: Evenings, Nights, Weekends, Holidays
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Subsidized Parking
• Tuition Reimbursement (after 6 months)
• Credit Union
• Employee Disaster Relief
• And more!
About the Position
In this role, you will provide critical care transport services, ensuring safe and efficient emergency transport for critically ill or injured patients. You will work closely with healthcare professionals to stabilize and monitor patients during transit, performing advanced life-saving interventions.
Key Responsibilities
• Assess and manage patient care during transport
• Perform advanced emergency procedures
• Coordinate with healthcare teams
• Ensure proper operation of transport equipment
Qualifications
• Education: High school diploma/GED, EMS training
• Experience: 3+ years as a 911 Paramedic or in Critical Care Transport
• Licenses & Certifications:
- EMT-Paramedic
-ACLS and PALS
-CCP-C within 1 year of hire
About Harris Health
Harris Health System has served the residents of Harris County since 1966, providing care through its three hospitals-Ben Taub, LBJ, and Quentin Mease Health Center-and over 40 outpatient facilities. With more than 1.8 million outpatient visits annually, Harris Health partners with renowned institutions such as Baylor College of Medicine and UTHealth.
Harris Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse workforce.
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About Harris Health System

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Harris Health System is a fully integrated healthcare system that cares for all residents of Harris County, Texas. We are the first accredited healthcare institution in Harris County to be designated by the National Committee for Quality Assurance as a Patient-Centered Medical Home, and are one of the largest systems in the country to achieve the quality standard. Our system includes community health centers, same-day clinics, three multi-specialty clinic locations, a dental center, mobile health units and two full-service hospitals.

Industry

Hospitals

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Houston, TX, US

Year founded

1966

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