Paramedic

Life Ambulance Network; Carol Stream (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

LifeLine is seeking Paramedics to respond to emergency calls, provide pre-hospital and during-transport care in a fast-paced environment. The role emphasizes adherence to Region XI CNEMS Standing Medical Orders and carrying out advanced life support procedures.

Qualified candidates must hold an Illinois Paramedic license, CPR certification, and pass the CNEMS entry process. The position offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Illinois Department of Public Health licensure as a Paramedic.
• Current CPR card.
• Must pass Region XI CNEMS Paramedic System Entry process.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid driver's license with good driving record.
• Consent to a criminal background check.
• Available for up to 4 day orientation class.
• Ability to lift/push/pull at least 150+ lbs.

Responsibilities

• Provide pre-hospital patient care as outlined in Region XI CNEMS Standing Medical Orders.
• Respond to emergency medical calls and provide care per Standing Medical Orders and training level.
• Assess patient condition and determine course of treatment.
• Administer medications as outlined in Region XI CNEMS Standing Medical Orders.
• Perform advanced life support measures as outlined in Region XI CNEMS Standing Medical Orders.
• Mentor EMTs that are students in paramedic school (requires 1 year of Paramedic experience and/or Preceptor certification).

Skills

Paramedic license

CPR certification

Region XI CNEMS Entry process

Ability to lift 150 lbs

Education

Illinois Paramedic license

High school diploma or GED

Tools

None

Job description

The opportunity:

LifeLine is looking to hire multiple Paramedics in response to our rapidly growing call volume. Paramedics respond to emergency calls, performing medical services and transporting patients to medical facilities and continue to give care as necessary during the transport of the patient to the hospital. People's lives often depend on their quick reaction and competent care. Paramedics must be able to maintain their composure in extremely stressful situations in order to assess medical situations and perform emergency lifesaving procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide pre-hospital patient care as outlined in Region XI CNEMS Standing Medical Orders.
• Respond to emergency medical calls for assistance and provide care that coincides with the Region XI Standing Medical Orders and level of training. Non-emergency calls may be fielded by Paramedic teams depending on call volume.
• Assess a patient's condition and determine a course of treatment
• Administer medications as outlined in Region XI CNEMS Standing Medical Orders
• Perform advanced life support measures as outlined in Region XI CNEMS Standing Medical Orders
• Mentor EMTs that are students in paramedic school (requires 1 year of Paramedic experience and/or Preceptor certification).

Requirements

What you need to succeed:

• Illinois Department of Public Health Licensure as a Paramedic
• Current CPR card
• Must successfully pass Region XI CNEMS Paramedic System Entry process
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid Driver's License with a good driving record
• Consent to a criminal background check
• Must be available for up to 4 day orientation class
• Ability to lift/push/pull at least 150+ lbs.

Preferred:

• ACLS Certificate
• PHTLS Certificate
• ITLS Certificate

What we offer:

• Competitive Pay, PTO, overtime opportunities
• A variety of elective benefits including Medical, dental, and Vision insurance, and 401K
• Tuition reimbursement
• On-site continuing education
• Family culture based on open communication
• EMS career advisers

LifeLine is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating and maintaining a diverse workforce: Minorities/Females/ Disabled/Veterans.