Patient Logistics Coordinator Paramedic

Join our team as an evening shift, full-time, Patient Logistics Coordinator Paramedic in Tyler, TX.

Why Join Us? 

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better 

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being. 
• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for. 
• Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care. 
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Get to Know Your Team: 

• UT Health East Texas is comprised of 9 hospitals, more than 90 clinics, nearly 7,500 employees, and over 1,000 licensed inpatient beds. We provide healthcare services through our hospitals, clinics, Level 1 trauma facility, air emergency fleet, and EMS service.

• The Patient Logistics Coordinator Paramedic facilitates patient admissions within the Ardent Health system by conducting initial screenings based on approved clinical criteria to ensure compliance with hospital policies.
• Operating with moderate autonomy, they make protocol-driven decisions to support safe and efficient patient intake.
• The role involves rapid assessment of patient needs, sometimes in a field setting, coordination with EMS and transfer centers, and collaboration with physicians, nursing staff, and hospital departments to optimize patient movement.
• Additionally, the coordinator works with hospital leadership to identify systemic barriers to throughput and contributes to improving patient flow and care transitions.

Job Requirements: 

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Current licensed Paramedic in the State of Residence (NREMT-P).
• 3 years of clinical experience in an acute care setting.
• Must be proficient in EMTALA.

Preferred Job Requirements: 

• 3 years of clinical experience in ED or Critical Care.