EMT- Paramedic at Shannon Health – San Angelo, Texas

EMT-Paramedic

Explore Career Opportunities at Shannon Medical Center – Where Compassion Meets Excellence

Shannon Medical Center is seeking dedicated and compassionate professionals to join our team in providing exceptional healthcare to the San Angelo community. Located in the heart of Texas, we offer a dynamic work environment, competitive benefits, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact. If you're looking to advance your career in a supportive and innovative setting, we encourage you to explore our open positions today.

What makes San Angelo different?
San Angelo is a hidden gem in West Texas, known for its rich history, vibrant arts scene, and friendly community. Whether you love outdoor adventures, exploring local culture, or enjoying a slower pace of life, San Angelo is the perfect place to call home.

Join Our Team as an EMT Paramedic at Shannon Medical Center!

Are you ready to make a life-changing impact every day? At Shannon Medical Center in San Angelo, we’re looking for a dedicated EMT Paramedic to join our incredible team. If you thrive in fast-paced, high-stakes environments and are passionate about providing compassionate, life-saving care to those in need, this is the role for you!

As an EMT Paramedic, you’ll be at the front lines of emergency medical services, delivering critical care to patients in emergency situations. Whether you're responding to medical emergencies, assisting in trauma care, or transporting patients to our facility, your expertise will help save lives and guide patients toward recovery.

What You’ll Do:

• Patient Transport & Safety: Ensure safe patient handling and transport, maintain ambulance cleanliness and readiness, and operate the vehicle responsibly and in compliance with all laws and policies when assigned as the driver.
• Emergency Care & Patient Assessment: Deliver advanced emergency care by continuously assessing patient status, administering medications safely according to protocols, and adjusting treatment plans to stabilize and support patients during both on-scene and transport situations

• Collaboration & Communication: Work closely with medical teams to ensure smooth patient care transitions and provide compassionate emotional support and clear communication to patients and families throughout transport.
• Equipment & Documentation: Maintain medical equipment to ensure it is clean, functional, and ready for use each shift, while accurately documenting all patient care, assessments, treatments, and medication administration in compliance with hospital and legal standards.
• Safety & Incident Management: Proactively prevent incidents by adhering to protocols, properly using equipment, promptly reporting unsafe conditions or events, and completing all required documentation.

What we’re looking for:

• Successful completion of an approved EMT-Paramedic program
• Experience in Advanced Life Support (ALS) or a Critical Care setting is preferred
• Current EMT-P license from Texas Department of State Health Services (TDSHS) -OR- Licensed paramedic
• Valid driver’s license
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certificate, within 90 days of hire
• Preferred certifications include:
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
  • Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)

Benefits Highlights

• Health and Wellness: Multiple plan options, improved coverage.

• Retirement: 401(k) matching available, vested-15 months

• Time Off & Work-Life Balance: Generous PTO, supportive culture

• In-House Service Savings: Wellness Credits

Why Choose Shannon Medical Center?

At Shannon Medical Center in San Angelo, TX, we’re not just a healthcare provider—we’re a cornerstone of the West Texas community. Serving 25 counties, we’re dedicated to delivering advanced, compassionate care through the latest technology and a focus on patient-centered services.

As a nonprofit organization with deep community roots, Shannon offers an environment where you can thrive. Here, you'll find opportunities to work in high-acuity specialties like cardiac and trauma care while being part of a locally governed, supportive team that values your contributions.

At Shannon, you’ll have the chance to make a real impact, both in the lives of our patients and in your own professional journey. If you're looking for more than just a job, whether it's growing in a specialized field or being part of a compassionate team, Shannon Medical Center is the place for you.

At Shannon, we’re committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. Diversity isn’t just a policy- it’s a core part of our mission to provide exceptional healthcare to our family, friends, and neighbors. We celebrate differences and believe they make us stronger.

Apply today and help us make a lasting impact. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Questions? Contact Lura Dawkins | 325.747.8708 | LuraDawkins@shannonhealth.org.