This position is in support of the Influx Care Facility located in Carrizo Springs, TX.  The purpose of the facility is to provide comprehensive care for migrant youths ages 13 to 17 in the Care of the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) who are awaiting reunification or repatriation.  This care will begin as soon as the youths arrive at the facility and last until their arranged departure with family or sponsors. The comprehensive care includes but is not limited to initial screening and exams, identifications of prior conditions and allergies, day to day care of routine, urgent and emergency medical conditions.  The Paramedic provides specialized medical care that addresses the physical, emotional, and social needs of this vulnerable population. This role emphasizes the importance of building trusting relationships, delivering culturally competent care, and supporting the health and well-being of immigrant children and their families through education and advocacy. Key ResponsibilitiesConduct thorough assessments and triage of immigrant children presenting with various medical conditions. Provide immediate and appropriate care while ensuring a culturally sensitive approach to treatment. Administer emergency medications and treatments as indicated. Transport patients to and from alternate facilities. Educate patients and their families about health conditions, and treatments in an understandable manner. Document all patient care activities accurately and promptly in accordance with hospital policies and regulatory standards. Organize and participate in emergency response efforts, ensuring a safe environment for children and their families. Advocate for the needs and rights of immigrant children within the healthcare system. Assist medical providers with medical procedures and treatments as allowed within licensed scope of work.  Assessment and documentation of the patient’s vital signs, chief complaint, medical history, and prescribed medications.  Maintains supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies.  Restocking clinical and provider areas once supplies are received.  Is accountable for maintaining and improving own physician knowledge and skill competence.  Provides patient care that promotes the safety and well-being of all patients.   Supports the International SOS philosophy, objectives and goals and Organization mission and vision.  Respects and supports patient rights.  Fosters constructive relationships as a team member within assigned department and with the members of other departments.  Maintains professional conduct.  Supports and enforces infection control policies and procedures. Other duties as assigned. 
- ID: #53072061
- State: Texas Carrizosprings 78834 Carrizosprings USA
- City: Carrizosprings
- Salary: USD TBD TBD
- Job type: Full-time
- Showed: 2024-12-13
- Deadline: 2025-02-11
- Category: Et cetera