Paramedic

AMR; Americus (KS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

AMR in the United States is hiring Paramedics to deliver compassionate, high-quality service and advanced patient care. Starting salary is shown as $61,201 per year with credit for experience, and Kansas Paramedic certification eligibility is required.

You will assess calls, lead scenes, operate defibrillators and monitoring equipment, drive the ambulance on 911 responses, and collaborate with health and public safety teams. BLS/ACLS required; PALS preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Kansas Paramedic certification or eligible for Kansas certification.
• State Driver’s License.
• BLS and ACLS required upon hire. PALS is preferred, but not required.
• Driving record compliant with company policy.
• Pass Physical Agility Test.
• Some work experience, preferably healthcare.

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.

Skills

Paramedic knowledge

Healthcare experience

Driver's license

Communication

Team leadership

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Kansas Paramedic certification or eligible

Job description

PARAMEDIC

Starting at $61,201.00 / year with credit given forexperience

We’re hiringParamedics 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.

Other Responsibilities:

• Participate in community programs to maintain AMR image and establish strong community relations.

MinimumRequiredQualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Kansas Paramedic certification or eligible for Kansas certification.
• State Driver’s License.
• BLS and ACLS required upon hire. PALS is preferred, but not required.
• Driving record compliant with company policy.
• Pass Physical Agility Test.
• Some work experience, preferably healthcare.

Why Choose AMR?

AMRis one ofGlobal Medical Response’s(GMR) family of solutions. Our GMR teams 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 atwww.AtaMomentsNotice.com.Learn how ourvaluesare at the core of our services and vital to how we approach care, and check out our comprehensive benefit options atGlobalMedicalResponse.com/Careers.

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.

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