Overview

Join our team as a PRN, 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 and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.

People-First: We prioritize your well-being with 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.

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.

Responsibilities

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.
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.
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.
Demonstrated skills in problem solving, analytical and critical thinking, prioritization, negotiation, conflict resolution, proactive decision making.
Ability to establish and maintain collaborative and effective working relationships.
Ability to communicate effectively in oral, written, and electronic formats.

Preferred Job Requirements: