Field Paramedic — Life-Saving EMS Pro (Variable Hours)

LCMC Health; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

LCMC Health is seeking skilled EMS personnel to provide urgent care and patient transport in the New Orleans area. The role focuses on rapid assessment, airway management, bleeding control, and safe transport to appropriate facilities.

You will work variable hours, leveraging EMS technology and collaborating with hospital teams to deliver high-quality care and compassionate service to the community in Louisiana.

Qualifications

• 2 years EMS experience required.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Active EMS certifications and licenses: NREMT-P, EMT-P LA, CPR, ACLS, PALS, CPI, Hazmat, Defensive Driving, Chauffeur license.

Responsibilities

• Perform primary and secondary survey on patients.
• Ensure proper equipment is ready for immediate care.
• Maintain airway and use airway devices up to ET tube.
• Control major bleeding; apply pressure or tourniquet as needed.
• Transport patients to hospital; communicate with medical control.
• Document patient condition and treatments in PCR.
• Keep dispatch informed of departures and arrivals.
• Replace and repackage equipment used during calls.

Skills

EMS experience

Education

High School Diploma/GED

NREMT-P EMT-P LA

CPR Certification

Defensive Driving

Hazmat Awareness

ACLS

PALS within 6 months

CPI within 90 days

Chauffer's license or equivalent

Job description

LCMC Health is seeking skilled EMS personnel to provide urgent care and patient transport in the New Orleans area. The role focuses on rapid assessment, airway management, bleeding control, and safe transport to appropriate facilities.

You will work variable hours, leveraging EMS technology and collaborating with hospital teams to deliver high-quality care and compassionate service to the community in Louisiana.