EMTs Needed – Chicago Metro Area

ParaDocs Worldwide Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

ParaDocs is seeking skilled EMS professionals to join our team for events in Chicago. You'll deliver rapid medical care at concerts, galas, festivals and private events with a nationwide provider network.

Candidates must hold state EMT or Paramedic certification and CPR (AHA/ARC). One year EMS preferred. Ready for active shifts requiring teamwork, calm under pressure, and adaptability.

Qualifications

• State EMT or Paramedic certification.
• Valid CPR certification (AHA or ARC).
• 1+ year of EMS experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide rapid response and triage care.
• Communicate clearly through two-way radios in busy environments.
• Deliver patient care while maintaining accurate documentation.

Skills

EMS experience

Teamwork

Communication

Calm under pressure

Education

EMT certification

Paramedic certification

Job description

ParaDocs has been staffing events across Chicago since 2023, and we are building out our Illinois bench of EMS providers for upcoming and future work in the market.We work with a nationwide team of providers delivering medical care in dynamic, non-traditional environments. Our Chicago book runs year-round and skews downtown: corporate galas and luncheons, charity walks and runs, concerts and ballroom shows, arena and touring events, film and studio production standby, and private client events. Recent and upcoming coverage sits in River North, Streeterville, and the Loop, with work throughout Cook County and the collar counties. Assignments are offered individually based on event needs, credentials, and provider availability; no minimum number of assignments or recurring schedule is guaranteed. If you are an Illinois-licensed EMT looking to add event medicine to your experience, we will reach out as opportunities in your area come up.

About the Role

Ready to apply your expertise in a setting that's as unique as it is rewarding? ParaDocs is looking for skilled EMS professionals to join our team, delivering exceptional medical care at events where your impact truly matters.

We work with a nationwide team of dedicated providers—EMTs, paramedics, nurses, and more—offering comprehensive care in dynamic, non-traditional environments. From concerts and festivals to high-profile private events, our providers bring professionalism, adaptability, and care to every situation.

What You'll Do

• Provide rapid response and triage care, ensuring patients get what they need, fast.
• Communicate clearly and efficiently through two-way radios in busy environments.
• Deliver thoughtful patient care while maintaining accurate tracking and documentation.

Who Thrives with Us

• Experienced EMS professionals (911 experience preferred) who stay calm under pressure.
• Providers who value teamwork and understand the importance of seamless coordination.
• Those ready for active shifts requiring physical readiness and problem-solving on the go.

Qualifications

• State EMT or Paramedic certification.
• Valid CPR certification (AHA or ARC).
• 1+ year of EMS experience is strongly preferred.

At ParaDocs, we know the value of your skills and the impact you have on patient outcomes. Our events are fast-paced, but the work is fulfilling, the team is supportive, and the experience is unmatched.

If you're looking to expand your EMS career and take on new challenges, be part of something extraordinary.