LifeLine Paramedic

Indiana University Health; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University Health in Lafayette, IN is seeking a full‑time Paramedic to provide rapid assessment, advanced life support, and safe transport for patients in both emergency and non‑emergency settings. You will relay patient information to receiving teams and coordinate care across departments.

Responsibilities include patient care, operating within the Indiana Paramedic scope, and maintaining documentation and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• ACLS, BLS and PALS required.
• EMT-P Indiana Paramedic license required.
• EVOC or equivalent within probationary period.
• NIMS 100, 200, 700, 800 to be obtained within probationary period.
• Minimum 1 year ALS Paramedic experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide care for ill/injured patients in emergency and non-emergency settings.
• Transport patients by ambulance and relay information to receiving teams.
• Relate patient condition details and coordinate with hospital staff.
• Adhere to regulatory requirements, safety policies and billing/documentation.

Skills

Emergency care

Patient transport

Clinical assessment

Decision making

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Overview

Full Time, 3‑12 Hour Scheduled Shifts, Lafayette, IN

Responsible for the care, transport, and treatment of ill/injured patients in both emergency and non‑emergency situations.

Responsible for relaying and receiving information regarding the patient and patient condition.

Responsible for complying with all regulatory requirements, departmental policy and practice, safety policies and practice, hospital policies, and operating within the scope of a Paramedic as defined by the state of Indiana.

Must possess the required knowledge and skills to appropriately care for and manage neonatal, infant, pediatric, adult, and elderly patients.

May be required to drive ambulance to and from referral hospital, transport patients, obtain consents and authorizations from patient or legal guardians, record time of ambulance run, and process billing and daily reports.

Requirements

Minimum of High School Diploma or equivalent required. ACLS; BLS; PALS; EMT‑P Indiana Paramedic license required.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) required upon hire.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required upon hire.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) or its equivalency(s) to be obtained within initial probationary period.
• Emergency Vehicle Operator Course (EVOC) or its equivalency must be obtained within initial probationary period.
• NIMS 100, 200, 700, 800 to be obtained with initial probationary period.
• Minimum of 1 year ALS Paramedic experience preferred.
• Ability to make independent, clinical and operational competent decisions in a challenging environment.

A valid driver’s license and Motor Vehicle Record report may be required for this role.

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