Full-Time Paramedic/EMT

City of O'Fallon; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 78,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of O'Fallon seeks a Lateral Entry Paramedic with at least 5 years of experience. This role involves patient evaluation, effective communication, and maintenance of medical equipment. Candidates must hold a Paramedic license, pass various background checks, and provide essential certifications. Experience in emergency situations and a valid driver’s license are required.

Benefits

Cigna medical HDHP – Individual and Family plans

Cigna vision by EyeMed PPO

Employer covered life insurance

Optional 457s tax deferred payroll deductions

Voluntary insurance available – AFLAC & Guardian

Qualifications

• Must hold current Illinois Paramedic License or equivalent.
• Skills to handle emergencies calmly and effectively.
• Valid driver's license in good standing required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients' signs and symptoms and provide life support.
• Operate necessary medical equipment and maintain supplies.
• Complete required paperwork and follow protocols.

Skills

Ability to handle medical emergencies

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Current State of Illinois Paramedic License

Tools

Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification

BLS Provider CPR certification

International Trauma Life Support certification

Job description

$77,345 - Lateral Entry Paramedic w/ 5 years of experience

• Cigna medical HDHP – Individual and Family plans
• Cigna vision by EyeMed PPO
• Employer covered life insurance.
• Optional 457s tax deferred payroll deductions
• Voluntary insurance available – AFLAC & Guardian

Essential Duties
Duties include (but are not limited to): evaluate patients' signs and symptoms and apply first-aid or life support as needed; operate equipment needed effectively; extricate and transport patients; inspect, clean and maintain vehicles, equipment and property; inventory and maintain supplies and materials; complete required paperwork and forms; follow departmental protocols and governing rules and regulations; department assistance as needed to benefit the Department of Public Safety & the City.

This position's employment is contingent upon either having a Paramedic license or receiving a Paramedic license within 36 months of employment.

Requires

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current State of Illinois Paramedic License. Those without a State of Illinois Paramedic License must have a license recognized by the National Registry and able to reciprocity.
• Meet the State's continuing education &4-year recertification requirement.
• Must be able to achieve a passing score on an EMS Region IV SOG Exam.
• Skills and temperament to handle medical emergencies in a competent, calm, non-stressed fashion.
• A valid driver's license in good standing (IL Class C or equivalent within 45 days).
• Ability to efficiently and courteously interact with people.
• Ability to communicate well verbally and in writing.
• Overtime and rotating shift work (24-hour shifts).
• Regular and predictable attendance.
• Must pass a background check to include, physical exam, drug testing, work steps, and psychological evaluation.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to run, walk, stand, sit, climb stairs and climb obstacles.
• Ability to lift, pick-up and carry objects, equipment or people (carry: 87 lbs; lift: 130 lbs) and pass an essential functions evaluation (physical).
• Work in hot, cold, wet and other undesirable environmental conditions

Supplemental Information
In addition to completing the online application, upload copies of:

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support, BLS Provider CPR, and International Trauma Life Support certificates.
• a professional resume.
• cover letter indicating why you are interested in a position with the City of O'Fallon Department of Public Safety.