Full-Time Paramedic

Global Medical Response; Harrisburg (IL); On-site; USD 66,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Medical Response (AMR) is actively hiring Full-time Paramedics in Harrisburg, IL. Immediate openings with starting compensation of $24.58+ per hour, equating to about $66,464 annually for a 2,448-hour schedule (approximately 2,496 hours annually).

Responsibilities include leading scenes, operating defibrillators, EKG monitors, oxygen, suction, and IV fluids, and delivering advanced patient care on 911 responses while coordinating with public safety and healthcare colleagues.

Qualifications

• State Paramedic License required.
• High school diploma or GED.
• State Driver’s License.
• BLS, ACLS, and NREMT-Paramedic.
• Driving record compliant with company policy.
• Pass Physical Agility Test.
• Some healthcare work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess call situations and determine best action per Paramedic protocols.
• Use medical equipment (defibrillator, EKG monitor, oxygen, suction, IV fluids) to provide care.
• Communicate with patients and families to provide information and reassurance.
• Act as Paramedic team leader for scene and unit management.
• Drive the ambulance on 911 responses.
• Collaborate with allied health and public safety personnel.
• Participate in community programs to maintain AMR image and community relations.

Skills

State Paramedic License

BLS/ACLS/NREMT-Paramedic

Ambulance driving

Team leadership

Patient communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Defibrillator

EKG Monitor

Oxygen equipment

IV therapy equipment

Job description

IMMEDIATE HIRING! Full-Time PARAMEDIC Opportunity in Harrisburg, IL (this location services 911 calls)!

Starting Compensation : $24.58+ per hour or $66,464 annually for Full-time Paramedics (based on local schedule, which is a 2448 and equates to 2496 annual work hours).

We’re hiring Paramedics that are passionate about delivering compassionate, high-quality service and advanced patient care to our customers.

Responsibilities:

• Assess each call situation to determine the best course of action while working with progressive Paramedic protocols.
• Utilize your Paramedic skills on medical equipment and procedures including defibrillator, EKG monitor, oxygen and suction devices, and intravenous fluids to provide advanced medical care.
• Communicate with patients and loved ones to provide information and assurance that care is being given.
• Act as Paramedic team leader and take responsibility for the scene and unit management as needed.
• Drive the ambulance on 911 responses.
• Work collaboratively and in a professional manner with all allied health and public safety personnel as well as your fellow Paramedics.
• Participate in community programs to maintain AMR image and establish strong community relations.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• State Paramedic License
• State Driver’s License
• BLS, ACLS, NREMT-Paramedic
• Driving record compliant with company policy
• Pass Physical Agility Test
• Some work experience, preferably healthcare

Why Choose AMR?

AMR is one of Global Medical Response ’s (GMR) family of solutions. OurGMRteams deliver compassionate, quality medical care, primarily in the areas of emergency and patient relocation services. View the stories on how our employees provide care to the world at www.AtaMomentsNotice.com.

GMR’s Core Behaviors

GMR’s Core Behaviors —keep care at the center, raise your hand,seekto understand, find a way together and be accountable—uniteour teamsand set us apart in emergency medical services.

EEO Statement

Global Medical Response and its family of companies are an Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes supporting veterans and providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with a disability.

Starting Compensation:$24.58 - $28.49 per hour or $66,464 - $77,036.96 annually for Full-time Paramedics (based on local schedule, which is a 2448 and equates to 2496 annual work hours). Check out our careers site benefits page to learn more about our benefit options.