EMT Paramedic Full-time/Eve
Houston Methodist
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18500 Katy Freeway, Houston, Texas, 77094, United States
Full time
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- Learn new skills
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About Houston Methodist
Houston Methodist is a healthcare system in Houston, Texas.
Job description from Houston Methodist
At Houston Methodist, the Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)/Paramedic position is responsible for assisting in the delivery of patient care and services to diverse patient population and their families and performing EKGs and collecting lab specimens under direction of the licensed nurse and/or provider. This position performs patient care activities of daily living (ADL's) within unit specific defined limits and job scope. The EMT/Paramedic position demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to communicate appropriately and carry out delegated tasks, conducting hourly rounding to ensure patient needs are met and records data established by policy and procedure, reporting observations and patient problems to the licensed nurse and/or provider. This position practices Patient and Family Centered Care in concert with Houston Methodist Experience standards.
Houston Methodist Standard
PATIENT AGE GROUP(S) AND POPULATION(S) SERVED
Refer to departmental "Scope of Service" and "Provision of Care" plans, as applicable, for description of primary age groups and populations served by this job for the respective HM entity.
HOUSTON METHODIST EXPERIENCE EXPECTATIONS
- Provide personalized care and service by consistently demonstrating our I CARE values:
- INTEGRITY: We are honest and ethical in all we say and do.
- COMPASSION: We embrace the whole person including emotional, ethical, physical, and spiritual needs.
- ACCOUNTABILITY: We hold ourselves accountable for all our actions.
- RESPECT: We treat every individual as a person of worth, dignity, and value.
- EXCELLENCE: We strive to be the best at what we do and a model for others to emulate.
- Practices the Caring and Serving Model
- Delivers personalized service using HM Service Standards
- Provides for exceptional patient/customer experiences by following our Standards of Practice of always using Positive Language (AIDET, Managing Up, Key Words)
- Intentionally collaborates with other healthcare professionals involved in patients/customers or employees' experiential journeys to ensure strong communication, ease of access to information, and a seamless experience
- Involves patients (customers) in shift/handoff reports by enabling their participation in their plan of care as applicable to the given job
- Actively supports the organization's vision, fulfills the mission and abides by the I CARE values
Responsibilities
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Functions as a team member, responding willingly and positively to colleagues needs for assistance and partnership. Promotes a positive work environment with the interprofessional care team. Problem-solves, assists other techs, manages several ongoing priorities with minimal supervision.
- Serves as role model, using critical thinking, in several capacities; mentors new EMTs and ancillary personnel as to unit procedures, role and unit readiness as team leader, in patient decontamination operations.
- Interacts with peers, staff and physicians in a supportive and respectful manner. Encourages open communication to achieve mutual understanding. Communication to promote both work efforts and problem resolution is clear and professional. Collaborates with all members of the interprofessional team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information in a clear and timely manner.
- Serves as an educational resource for unit competency and validation procedures that are applicable to role.
- Contributes towards improvement of department scores for employee engagement on unit-based scorecard, i.e. peer-to-peer accountability.
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Role models patient and family-centered care standards and provides direct patient care under the direction of a registered nurse. Documents, where applicable, comprehensive screenings, care administered, diagnostic measurements, allergies and medication lists, treatments and procedures as determined by skills, training and validation (i.e., vital signs, 12 Lead EKG, phlebotomy, ultrasound-guided I.V. catheter insertion, CPR, splinting, specimen collection, immobilization by backboard, extrication from vehicles) in accordance with established policies and procedures. Repeats vital signs according to policy.
- Observes patients, making hourly rounds to ensure patient needs are met (four P's), for condition change. Reports observations, conditions and problems of patients to the licensed nurse to achieve desired patient outcomes. Responds to the call light system, contacting nursing personnel as appropriate, and follows through with meeting patient needs
- Contributes towards improving department scores for patient satisfaction on unit-based scorecard through peer-to-peer accountability, i.e. bedside shift handoff/report.
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Uses rapid assessment skills to accurately identify patients' severity of illnesses, deterioration of conditions, and risks for adverse events, and communicates findings to licensed nurse and/or provider. Applies critical thinking skills to recognize abnormal ECGs, vital signs, and mental status to monitor high risk patients out of the department as delegated.
- Manages incoming patient information by receiving pre-arrival notifications from EMS providers per unit protocols. Provides for the privacy of patients and families, keeping the safety of the patient in mind.
- Reports ¿near misses¿ and inputs errors promptly into PSN to improve processes and identify trends. Supports initiatives to prevent conditions such as pressure injuries, patient falls, and hospital-acquired infections. Contributes to identification of corrective action and improvement activities, impacting quality and safety targets on the unit-based scorecard, through peer-to-peer accountability, collaborating with the interprofessional team.
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Assists with patient and staffing needs (floats) across the service line or hospital as competencies allow. Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks, minimizing incidental overtime. Role models effective time management and coordinates colleagues to meet the overall demands of the unit.
- Maintains an orderly environment that facilitates access to supplies, equipment, and resource information. Assists in the inventory, monitoring and ordering supplies and medical equipment to maintain par levels.
GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development, continually assisting with improving skills, performance and outcomes. Identifies own learning needs, consults with healthcare team experts and seeks continuing education opportunities to meet those needs. Fosters a positive and constructive patient care environment by engaging co-workers in learning opportunities that are valuable and in alignment with department objectives.
- Offers innovative solutions through participation in performance improvement projects and shared governance activities. Completes and updates the My Development plan on an on-going basis.
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.
Qualifications
EDUCATION
- High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)
- Completion of EMT-A, EMT- Paramedic program or licensed Paramedic, and/or currently participating in an EMT to Paramedic program with classification of an EMT-Advanced
WORK EXPERIENCE
- Six months pre-hospital experience or six months hospital experience as an EMT or Paramedic
License/Certification
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED
- Must have one of the following:
- LP - Licensed Paramedic - State Licensure
- EMT-A - Emergency Medical Technician-Advanced - State Certification
- EMT-P - Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic - State Certification AND
- BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) AND
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or Instructor (AHA) AND
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support or Instructor (AHA) within 3 months AND
- NVCRISIS - Nonviolent Crisis Intervention or Instructor (CPI) within 3 months
KSA/ Supplemental Data
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
- Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
- Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
- Demonstrates and exercises judgment in interactions with physicians, interprofessional care team, patients and their families
- Displays strong time management skills
- Adapts to multiple ongoing priorities with minimal supervision including but not limited to organizing workflows and actively participating in problem solving
- Demonstrates ability to access information both in the department and within the hospital system to support the department and interprofessional health care team as appropriate
- Possesses competent computer knowledge. Operates multiple computer systems including electronic health records, e.g., Epic, and Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, & Excel) to maintain patient information
- Must be able to perform basic EKG interpretation skill
- Applies basic knowledge of the Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
WORK ATTIRE
- Uniform No
- Scrubs Yes
- Business professional No
- Other (department approved) Yes
ON-CALL*
*Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.
- On Call* No
TRAVEL**
**Travel specifications may vary by department**
- May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area No
- May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No
Company Profile
Houston Methodist West Hospital is committed to leading medicine in West Houston, Katy and surrounding communities by delivering the Houston Methodist standard of exceptional safety, quality, personalized service and innovation. The growing campus offers more than 200 beds, 19 operating rooms and over 1,500 employees, with access to the most innovative medical and surgical care available, including robotic and minimally invasive surgery, full-spectrum heart care, state-of-the-art imaging, cancer care, labor and delivery with a level II neonatal ICU, neurology and neurosurgery, orthopedics and sports medicine, outpatient rehabilitation and 24/7 emergency services.
What employees say
Pay
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Needs improving
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Most people don’t get paid breaks
Do workers at Houston Methodist get paid breaks?
No. Most people don’t get paid breaks.
How we know this
69% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.Based on data from 86 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and October 2025.
Why this matters
Good jobs pay you for your break time.
You should get paid for all the time you’re at work, even when you’re on break.
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Only some people get paid when they’re sick
Does Houston Methodist pay people when they’re sick?
Sometimes. Only some people get paid when they’re sick.
How we know this
36% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.Based on data from 119 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and November 2025.
Why this matters
Most US companies don’t have to pay you when you’re sick - only some states require it.
But we believe a good job should pay you when you can’t work because you’re sick. Everyone gets sick sometimes.
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Most people don’t do unpaid extra work
Do workers at Houston Methodist do extra work that they don't get paid for?
Rarely. Most people don’t do unpaid extra work.
How we know this
93% of people report that they don’t do extra unpaid work.Based on data from 102 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and November 2025.
Why this matters
You should be paid for all the work you do.
A good job pays you for every minute you spend working for your employer.
Hours and flexibility
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Okay
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Less than 4 weeks notice of work schedule
How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?
Only some people find out their schedule four weeks ahead of time.
How we know this
- 18% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
- 20% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
- 9% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
- 52% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.
Based on data from 65 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and November 2025.
Why this matters
We believe your workplace should tell you your schedule at least 4 weeks ahead of time.
You need to know when you’ll be working so you can plan your life and know how much money you’ll earn.
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Most people don’t worry about their hours
Do workers at Houston Methodist worry about hours?
Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
How we know this
87% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.Based on data from 111 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and November 2025.
Why this matters
A good employer should give you the hours you need each week.
You shouldn’t have to struggle or beg for work time.
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Most people can choose their shifts
Do Houston Methodist workers get to choose the shifts they work?
Most people get to choose which shifts they work.
How we know this
69% report that they have enough control over which shifts they work.Based on data from 91 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and November 2025.
Why this matters
A good job is flexible around your personal life. This means you get a say in when you prefer to work.
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Can be hard to change shifts
How easy is it for Houston Methodist workers to change shifts?
Some people find it hard to change shifts.
How we know this
41% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.Based on data from 63 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and November 2025.
Why this matters
A good job works with your personal life.
It should be easy to change your schedule when you need to - both for emergencies and when you’re planning ahead.
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Easy to get time off
How easy is it to get time off at Houston Methodist?
Most people find it easy to get time off.
How we know this
76% of people report it’s easy to get time off.Based on data from 108 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and November 2025.
Why this matters
A good job should let you use your vacation time when you need it, and it shouldn’t be a hassle to arrange.
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Schedules don’t get changed at the last minute
Do Houston Methodist managers change schedules at the last minute?
Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
How we know this
90% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.Based on data from 107 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and November 2025.
Why this matters
If your bosses keep changing your schedule at the last minute, that shows they aren’t planning well.
Good jobs don’t switch your hours around without warning.
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Most people find it easy to take sick days
How easy is it to take sick days at Houston Methodist?
Most people find it easy to take sick days.
How we know this
75% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.Based on data from 114 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and November 2025.
Why this matters
Everyone gets sick sometimes.
You should be able to stay home when you need to get better.
A good job should make it easy to take sick time and have clear steps for letting them know you’re sick.
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Most students say it’s good
Is a Houston Methodist job good for students?
Most students say this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
How we know this
82% of students report this is a good place to work if you’re studying.Based on data from 17 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and September 2025.
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Most parents say it’s good
Is working at Houston Methodist good if you’re a parent or caregiver?
Most parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
How we know this
88% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.Based on data from 51 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and November 2025.
Why this matters
A good job should understand when you need to take care of your kids or help sick family members. Your work should respect your family needs.
Benefits
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Needs improving
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Sick days use up paid time off
At Houston Methodist, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?
Sick days and vacation days are used from the same paid time off.
How we know this
97% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and November 2025.
Why this matters
Getting sick isn’t a vacation.
You shouldn’t have to lose your time off just because you got sick or had a medical emergency.
A good job gives you separate sick days so you can rest and get better without losing your paid time off allowance.
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Most people say they can afford the health insurance
Is the health insurance from Houston Methodist cheap enough for their workers?
Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
How we know this
89% of people say the health insurance costs are okayBased on data from 64 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and November 2025.
Why this matters
Everyone needs medical care sometimes, but it costs a lot.
A good job should offer health insurance that workers can actually afford.
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Most people get paid time off
Do people get paid time off at Houston Methodist?
Most people get paid time off work.
How we know this
98% of people say they get paid time off.Based on data from 43 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and November 2025.
Why this matters
Everyone needs time to rest and take care of life outside of work.
A good employer offers paid time off so their workers can choose when to have a break or go to appointments without worrying about losing pay.
Workplace
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Good
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Most people feel treated with respect
Do people at Houston Methodist feel treated with respect by their managers?
Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
How we know this
83% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.Based on data from 115 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and November 2025.
Why this matters
Your boss should treat you with respect.
No one at work should bully you or treat you unfairly.
If you have a problem, you should be able to talk to someone else who can help.
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Most people get breaks without interruption
Do people at Houston Methodist get to take their breaks without interruption?
Most people get breaks without interruption.
How we know this
72% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.Based on data from 96 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and October 2025.
Why this matters
When you take a break it should be a proper rest. You should be able to do what you want to and not get pulled off it early.
Needs improving
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Most people are stressed out
Is it stressful to work at Houston Methodist?
Most people feel stressed out here.
How we know this
68% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.Based on data from 114 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and October 2025.
Why this matters
Work can be hard sometimes, but you shouldn’t feel stressed all the time.
Your boss should make sure there are enough people and resources to get the work done without feeling overwhelmed.
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Most people enjoy their job
Do people at Houston Methodist enjoy their jobs?
Most people enjoy their job.
How we know this
83% of people report they enjoy their job.Based on data from 111 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and November 2025.
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Only some people recommend their team
Do people at Houston Methodist recommend working with their team?
Only some people recommend working with their team.
How we know this
36% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.Based on data from 127 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and November 2025.
Why this matters
The people you work with every day are important. They can make the difference between a bad day and a good one.
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Most people get enough training
Do people get enough training when they start at Houston Methodist?
Most people got enough training when they started.
How we know this
76% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.Based on data from 123 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and November 2025.
Why this matters
A good job should train you well from your first day, not just throw you into the deep end.
Nobody can do their job well without proper training at the start.
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Most people get support to advance
Do people get support to advance at Houston Methodist?
Most people are given support to advance their career here.
How we know this
In the last year, 68% of people report being given support to advance their career here.Based on data from 114 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and November 2025.
Why this matters
A good job should help you grow, if you want to.
This could mean getting better at your current job, learning new things, becoming a team leader, or taking on more duties.
This helps you build skills and earn more money.
Needs improving
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Headquarters doesn't understand what's happening
Do people think Houston Methodist’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?
Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
How we know this
71% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.Based on data from 102 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and November 2025.
Why this matters
In a good job, the people running the organization should support the workers who do the hands-on work.
To do this well, they need to know what’s really happening at each location.
This is extra important when an organization has many different sites.
Good
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Most people feel well informed by headquarters
Do workers feel well informed about how Houston Methodist is doing?
Most people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
How we know this
86% of people feel that they are kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.Based on data from 116 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and November 2025.
Why this matters
A good employer shares news with all its workers.
You should know how your employer is doing - both the good news and the problems.
Managers should keep you updated about what’s happening.
What Houston Methodist employees say about their job
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Best thing
Setting my own schedule
Worst thing
Needing to keep up with a quota
Coding specialist at Houston Methodist, June 2025
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Best thing
The pay but the money isn’t always worth it. You can make your own schedule and get overtime if you want
Worst thing
I hardly get breaks. Patients can be rude and disrespectful
Patient care technician at Houston Methodist, April 2025
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