Full-time Paramedic Peoria

Advanced Medical Transport; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 34,178 - 38,503; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus Available!

403(b) match

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Payroll Direct Deposit

Furnished Uniforms

Paid Continuing Education

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Medical, dental, vision, prescription

Disability

Life Insurance

Fitness Center Memberships

Job summary

Advanced Medical Transport in Peoria, IL is seeking a Paramedic for full-time shifts. You will assess patients, provide advanced life support, document care, and transport according to policies.

Paramedics work 12-hour shifts in Peoria and 24-hour shifts in Pekin/Chillicothe, with two annual shift bids and typical 36+48 hour biweekly weeks. AMT offers a sign-on bonus and a comprehensive benefits package including 403(b) with company match, PTO, six holidays, payroll direct deposit, uniforms,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Current Illinois Paramedic license is required.
• Current American Heart Association BLS CPR certification is required.
• Valid driver's license is required.
• ACLS, BTLS, and PALS certification or ability to obtain; AMT provides instruction.

Responsibilities

• Examine and evaluate patients to determine necessary care.
• Provide advanced life support when needed.
• Document patient information, condition, and treatment.
• Transport patients in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and stocked environment in vehicles.
• Operate and drive an ambulance per safety policies and laws.

Skills

BLS CPR

Driver's license

Lifting ability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Illinois Paramedic license

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Peoria Market - Peoria, IL 61614 Position Type: Full Time Education Level: Illinois Paramedic License Salary Range: $24.81 - $27.95 Hourly

Company Overview

Advanced Medical Transport (AMT) is the premier provider of emergency and scheduled ambulance services in Central and Western Illinois, as well as parts of Iowa. AMT is a private, not-for-profit organization operated for community benefit.

Our Paramedic team members are responsible for caring for patients in emergency response situations, during interfacility transports, and during standby events. Paramedics at AMT work 12-hour shifts in Peoria and 24-hour shifts in Pekin and Chillicothe areas. Shift bid is done twice annually. Full-time employees will typically work one 36-hour week and one 48-hour week per the two week pay period.

Job Duties

• Examine and evaluate patients to determine necessary care
• Provide advanced life support when needed
• Provide patients with emergency care by utilizing appropriate techniques and equipment
• Document patient information, condition, and treatment
• Maintain patient confidentiality and perform all care with respect for patient rights
• Transport patients in accordance with outlined policies and procedures
• Maintain a safe, clean, and well-stocked environment in accordance with company vehicle check-off sheets and inventory requirements.
• Operate and drive an ambulance in conjunction with applicable safety policies and laws
• Maintain current certification(s) according to provisions set forth by the governing licensure
• Maintain a professional appearance and attitude at all times
• Present and promote a positive company image

Benefits

• Sign-on Bonus Available!
• 403(b) account with 50% company match
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay — six paid holidays each year: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day
• Payroll Direct Deposit
• Furnished Uniforms
• Paid Continuing Education
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage, as well as flex-spending or HSA accounts
• Disability
• Life Insurance
• Fitness Center Memberships

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
• Current Paramedic license in Illinois
• Current American Heart Association BLS CPR certification
• Must possess a valid driver's license
• ACLS, BTLS, and PALS certification or ability to obtain; instruction provided by AMT if not currently certified
• Ability to bend, pull, push, and lift up to 100 pounds (subject to physical exam)
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions