Emergency Response Paramedic

CONSUMER DIRECTED SERVICES INC.; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Consumer Directed Services Inc. in New York is seeking a Paramedic (Basic) for a full-time role. The position involves assessing emergencies, providing advanced medical care, and leading scenes while operating ambulances during responses.

Required are a State Paramedic License, Driver’s License, and certifications (BLS, ACLS, NREMT-Paramedic). A high school diploma or GED and a clean driving record are essential; healthcare experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• State Paramedic License and Driver’s License required.
• Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NREMT-Paramedic.
• Clean driving record per company policy.
• Ability to pass a physical agility test.
• Healthcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assessing emergency situations to determine appropriate action using advanced protocols.
• Providing medical care with equipment such as defibrillators, EKG monitors, oxygen, suction devices, and IV fluids.
• Communicating effectively with patients and their families to offer reassurance and information.
• Leading scene and unit management when required, acting as team leader.
• Driving ambulances during emergency responses.
• Collaborating professionally with healthcare and public safety personnel.
• Participating in community programs to enhance community relations and maintain a positive image.

Skills

Compassionate

Professional

Team-oriented

Operate medical equipment

Scene leadership

Education

High school diploma or GED

State Paramedic License

Driver’s License

BLS

ACLS

NREMT-Paramedic

Clean driving record

Ability to pass a physical agility test

Healthcare experience preferred

Job description

Role:

Paramedic (Basic) – Full-Time

Responsibilities Include

• Assessing emergency situations to determine appropriate action using advanced protocols.
• Providing medical care with equipment such as defibrillators, EKG monitors, oxygen, suction devices, and IV fluids.
• Communicating effectively with patients and their families to offer reassurance and information.
• Leading scene and unit management when required, acting as team leader.
• Driving ambulances during emergency responses.
• Collaborating professionally with healthcare and public safety personnel.
• Participating in community programs to enhance community relations and maintain a positive image.

Qualifications & Skills

• High school diploma or GED.
• State Paramedic License and Driver’s License.
• Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NREMT-Paramedic.
• Clean driving record per company policy.
• Ability to pass a physical agility test.
• Healthcare experience preferred.

Key Attributes

Compassionate, professional, team-oriented, able to operate medical equipment, and capable of scene leadership.