Emergency Response Paramedic

Apex Home Health, Hospice & Home Care; Paradise Valley (AZ); On-site; USD 54,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid shift differentials

Holiday pay

Paid training

Generous PTO

Job summary

Apex Home Health, Hospice & Home Care is seeking a Paramedic to deliver high-quality emergency medical care and lead ambulance operations in urgent responses. You will assess calls, apply advanced medical techniques, and reassure patients and families while coordinating with health and safety personnel.

Responsibilities include responding to emergencies, leading scene management, and participating in community outreach.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• State Paramedic License and Driver’s License required.
• Current BLS, ACLS, NREMT-Paramedic certifications, and AHA CPR card required.
• Clean driving record and physical agility required.
• Healthcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess and respond to emergency situations following paramedic protocols.
• Administer advanced medical procedures using specialized equipment.
• Communicate with patients and loved ones to ensure understanding and comfort.
• Lead scene and unit management as needed.
• Drive ambulances during emergency responses.
• Participate in community outreach to promote positive relations.

Skills

High school diploma or GED

State Paramedic License

Driver’s License

BLS, ACLS, NREMT-Paramedic

AHA CPR card

Clean driving record

Healthcare experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Role Overview

This position involves delivering high-quality, compassionate emergency medical care as a Paramedic. The role requires assessing each call to determine the best action, utilizing advanced medical equipment such as defibrillators, EKG monitors, oxygen, and IV fluids. Paramedics communicate effectively with patients and families, provide reassurance, and act as scene and unit leaders when necessary. They are responsible for driving ambulances in emergency responses and collaborating professionally with health and safety personnel.

Role Overview

This position involves delivering high-quality, compassionate emergency medical care as a Paramedic. The role requires assessing each call to determine the best action, utilizing advanced medical equipment such as defibrillators, EKG monitors, oxygen, and IV fluids. Paramedics communicate effectively with patients and families, provide reassurance, and act as scene and unit leaders when necessary. They are responsible for driving ambulances in emergency responses and collaborating professionally with health and safety personnel.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess and respond to emergency situations following paramedic protocols
• Administer advanced medical procedures using specialized equipment
• Communicate with patients and loved ones to ensure understanding and comfort
• Lead scene and unit management as needed
• Drive ambulances during emergency responses
• Participate in community outreach to promote positive relations

Qualifications & Skills

• High school diploma or GED
• State Paramedic License and Driver’s License
• Current BLS, ACLS, NREMT-Paramedic certifications, and AHA CPR card
• Clean driving record and physical agility
• Healthcare experience preferred

Benefits

• Paid shift differentials and holiday pay
• Paid training and generous PTO