Advanced Paramedic & ALS Team Lead

Carle Health; Danville (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Carle Health is seeking a Paramedic to respond to emergency and non-emergency ambulance requests, lead EMTs on calls requiring ALS, and ensure ambulances and crews are ready for duty. You will transport patients, administer medications, and manage airway during transport, including pediatric and adult cases.

Qualifications include a Paramedic license (IDPH), a HS diploma or GED, and multiple certifications (BLS, ACLS, PALS).

Qualifications

• Certifications required include Driver's License - ILSOS, NIMS ICS-700/800/100/200, and multiple AHA certifications (BLS, ACLS, PALS).
• Paramedic license with IDPH and education: HS Diploma or GED.
• Additional FEMA NIMS and ERT trainings within stated timelines.

Responsibilities

• Responds to emergency calls to provide immediate care.
• Checks readiness of ambulances and clean facilities daily.
• Communicates crew and vehicle position at all times.
• Directs EMTs during ambulance calls.
• Transports patients in wheelchair vans when needed.
• Manages patient care during transport to hospital.
• Assess blood glucose and provide treatment.
• Monitor heart rhythms and manage ACLS as needed.
• Perform CPR and administer medications via IV/IO/IM/SQ/IN.
• Intubate adults and children and manage airway during transport.
• Assist in out-of-hospital childbirth and care of mother and baby.

Skills

Driver's license

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

PALS Certification

NIMS ICS-100

NIMS ICS-200

NIMS ICS-700

NIMS ICS-800

ERT (Emergency Response to Terrorism)

Education

HS Diploma/GED

Paramedic license - IDPH

Job description

Carle Health is seeking a Paramedic to respond to emergency and non-emergency ambulance requests, lead EMTs on calls requiring ALS, and ensure ambulances and crews are ready for duty. You will transport patients, administer medications, and manage airway during transport, including pediatric and adult cases.

Qualifications include a Paramedic license (IDPH), a HS diploma or GED, and multiple certifications (BLS, ACLS, PALS).