Paramedic  (Full Time)
Location: Port Arthur, TX

RTFC is seeking motivated individuals to join a team that’s passionate about safety. Refinery Terminal Fire Co. (RTFC) has an exciting opportunity for a Paramedic position located in the Port Arthur TX Area. Our culture is defined by the phrase “Mission First, Safety Always.” It represents the RTFC work environment and our employees’ approach to protecting local industry and surrounding communities. 

To Join RTFC in protecting our clients and their surrounding communities apply for this exciting opportunity.

$71,169.28 Beginning Base Pay

Required qualifications:

·         Certified or licensed by National Registry or Texas Department of State Health Services as a Paramedic

·         Possess & keep current certification as an Emergency Medical Technician–Paramedic (EMT-P)

·         Must be able to obtain or have current CPR Certification

·         Must be able to provide emergency care at the Paramedic level under adverse conditions 

·         Must obtain system credentialing as required by the Medical Director

·         A minimum of a High School Diploma, or GED Equivalent.

·         Must be 18 years old or older (no age cut-off)

·         Possess a current, valid US driver’s license with good driving record

·         Able to verify eligibility to work in the United States

Special Qualifications:

·         Must pass drug testing & background investigation, Non-disqualify criminal history check

·         Live or relocate within a sixty (60) minute drive time from Port Arthur facility

·         Demonstrate excellent oral & written communication skills

·         Proficiency with MS Office programs for example Word, Excel, etc.

·         Must possess a TWIC card or be eligible to obtain a TWIC card. For information on TWIC eligibility requirements, please see: https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic (If unable to access link, copy and paste in your browser.) 

·         Ability to work a 24 / 48 hour shift, inside, outside, overtime, holidays and weekends

Compensation Package:

·         Competitive Pay

·         Paid On-Site Training 

·         Fully paid Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-Term Disability, and Life Insurance

·         Company paid 15% Pension plus 2% 401k match starting after 1 year of service

·         Schedule - 24 hours on, 48 hours off

·         Vacation (156 hrs/yr) , Holiday Pay (80 hrs/yr)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

·         Maintains credentialing required by Medical Director

·         Functions independently, once credentialed by the Medical Director

·         Capability to assess emergency scenes

·         Manage medical and trauma patients, direct co-workers, first responders and bystanders in a positive manner

·         Utilizes electronic communication including portable & mobile radios & electronic patient care records

·         Operates EMS vehicles under normal & emergency situations

·         Operates standard equipment; such as stretchers, cots, patient care monitors, & standard diagnostic equipment 

·         Extricates persons from vehicles, bend, lift, & perform CPR for extended periods of time

·         Works with & under the direction of other agencies during regional emergency response incidents

·         Records necessary & appropriate medical information related to any treatment or response 

·         Stocks & maintains unit inventory after every call

·         Maintains the condition of the fire station, vehicles & equipment 

·         Supports emergency medical care & other programs by working with local agencies to include attending meeting, conference workshops, training sessions & performing a variety of public relations duties 

·         Participate in shift training & drills 

·         Readily complies with RTFC policies & procedures

·         Reports for duty on time & when assigned

·         Ability to follow instructions and take direction

Why Choose RTFC:

You will be part of the largest not-for-profit firefighting group in the United States, preventing & safely responding to fires, hazardous materials releases, rescues and medical emergencies throughout the oil, petrochemical, pipeline and LNG facilities of its members.

Job location will be at our client facility in Sabine Pass, LA, 14.2 miles from Port Arthur, TX.