Paramedic

adventhealth

Colorado

On-site

USD 30,000 - 48,000

Full time

12 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off from day one

403-B retirement plan

Parental leave (4 weeks)

Job summary

UChicago Medicine AdventHealth in Hinsdale, IL, is seeking a Paramedic to join our team in a full-time capacity. You will support higher-trained staff, deliver high-quality patient care, and maintain infection control standards while responding to emergency and non-emergency calls.

The role requires licensure as a Paramedic (PARA) with BLS and ACLS certifications, a valid driver’s license, and strong English communication.

Qualifications

Associate degree preferred for clinical support role.
High school diploma or equivalent is required.
Experience as a paramedic or related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assists higher-trained personnel in providing effective care.
Delivers exceptional customer service to patients, families, bystanders, and other response agency personnel.
Supports community service and relationship functions as requested by leadership.
Maintains a safe and effective work environment by adhering to infection control standards.
Communicates effectively with healthcare team members and other emergency responders.
Ensures the ambulance is clean, stocked, and ready for use at all times. Follows established policies, procedures, guidelines, medical protocols, and safety standards.
Responds to emergency and non-emergency calls to provide care to ill and injured patients.
Performs assessments and applies methods of treatment and transport based on medical protocols.
Operates the ambulance safely and professionally, obeying traffic rules and regulations.
Completes patient care reports, daily checklists, and other required documentation.

Skills

Assess patient care

Remain calm under pressure

Safe driving

English communication

Team communication

Multi-tasking

Critical thinking

Emergency vehicle ops (Preferred)

Defensive driving (Preferred)

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate degree (preferred)

High school diploma or equivalent (required)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Our promise to you:

Joining UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
Paid Time Off from Day One
403-B Retirement Plan
4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
Career Development
Whole Person Well-being Resources
Mental Health Resources and Support
Pet Benefits

Schedule:

Full time

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Address:

120 N OAK ST

City:

HINSDALE

State:

Illinois

Postal Code:

60521

Job Description:

Assists higher-trained personnel in providing effective care.
Delivers exceptional customer service to patients, families, bystanders, and other response agency personnel.
Supports community service and relationship functions as requested by leadership.
Maintains a safe and effective work environment by adhering to infection control standards.
Communicates effectively with healthcare team members and other emergency responders.
Ensures the ambulance is clean, stocked, and ready for use at all times. Follows established policies, procedures, guidelines, medical protocols, and safety standards.
Responds to emergency and non-emergency calls to provide care to ill and injured patients.
Performs assessments and applies methods of treatment and transport based on medical protocols.
Operates the ambulance safely and professionally, obeying traffic rules and regulations.
Completes patient care reports, daily checklists, and other required documentation.Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Ability to assess, treat, and care for patients to the level of certification
Ability to maintain a professional and calm presence under the most critical situations
Ability to operate a motor vehicle in a safe and professional manner
Ability to determine the nature of patient conditions and assess whether patients have pre-existing medical conditions
Ability to identify and treat life-threatening conditions within the paramedic's field of practice
Must be able to read, write, and speak conversational English
Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office
Demonstrated ability to follow written and verbal instructions effectively
Must have the ability to react calmly and effectively in the most critical situations
Knowledge to identify patient acuity levels
Ability to utilize and adapt to state-of-the-art technology, computer systems, and computer applications
Effective oral and written communication
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, employees, and others of diverse backgrounds
Ability to multi-task efficiently in a fast pace, high patient volume environment
Strong critical thinking skills
Emergency vehicle operations (Preferred)
Defensive driving (Preferred)
5 years of driving passenger vehicles (Preferred)