Paramedic

Life EMS Ambulance; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in emergency medical services is seeking dedicated professionals to join their team. This role involves providing critical patient care and ensuring the operational readiness of emergency vehicles. With a commitment to excellence, the organization offers a rewarding work environment and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical insurance, paid time off, and tuition assistance. If you are passionate about making a difference in the community and thrive in high-pressure situations, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team that values your contributions and supports your professional growth.

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Free continuing education classes

Life insurance up to $40,000

Flexible spending accounts

Disability insurance

Length of Service Bonus

Free vaccinations

Uniforms provided

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Michigan driver’s license and good driving record.
• Exceptional knowledge of emergency care procedures and medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Participates in the delivery of patient care and ensures daily customer happiness.
• Maintains medic unit cleanliness and readiness at all times.

Skills

Emergency care procedures

Medical terminology

Stress management

Report writing

Driving skills

Education

High school diploma or G.E.D.

Paramedic license

BLS CPR card

Trauma certification (PHTLS)

Pediatric certification (EPC, PALS, PEPP)

ACLS certification

Job description

Career Opportunities with Life EMS, Inc.

A great place to work.

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

Full-time available. Pay ranges from $26/hr to $37.31/hr, depending on experience or having a Critical Care license. ** $2,000 sign on bonus for full-time.

SUMMARY: Responsible for the performance of emergency vehicle and patient care functions in accordance with federal, state, and local laws, statutes and regulations, as well as company policies and local medical protocols. This position participates in the basic and advanced life support procedures performed on an emergency medical response and/or transport.

Life EMS Ambulance is dedicated to being the very best in all that we do, and that begins with our team. We are committed to creating a rewarding work environment for all of our associates, which is reflected in our national and regional recognition as one of the "Top 100 Best & Brightest Workplaces." We strive to provide the best patient care and service excellence. If you desire the same commitment to excellence, we invite you to consider joining our team today!

We strive to provide a competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package to our associates, including some of the following:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Paid time off - two weeks of vacation time within your first year
• Tuition assistance for EMT and Paramedic schooling
• Free continuing education classes
• Life Insurance that is free coverage up to $40,000 for an associate.
• Flexible spending accounts for medical and child care
• Long term and short term disability insurance
• Length of Service Bonus
• Free vaccinations
• Uniforms are provided and an annual boot allowance
• Associate Assistance Program with free counseling sessions for associates and their family members
• Wellness Activities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure daily customer happiness
• Participates in the delivery of patient care
• Assures that the medic unit is completely stocked, clean, and in good running order at the beginning and end of each shift
• Examines patients and reports medical conditions to emergency department personnel
• Prepares medical reports and invoices of runs made by the crew
• Attends training sessions as required to maintain certification
• Cleans vehicles and patient care compartments and maintains stations in a neat, orderly fashion
• Reports vehicle and equipment malfunctions to the Control Center and/or appropriate supervisor
• Helps in performing routine maintenance checks on vehicles and equipment in conjunction with completion of medic unit checklist
• Other roles and responsibilities as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:

• Exceptional knowledge of emergency care procedures
• Exceptional knowledge of common physical illnesses, obvious symptoms, and appropriate medical terminology
• Exceptional knowledge of city streets and traffic regulations
• Demonstrate the ability to think and act quickly in stressful situations
• Considerable skill in the application of emergency care procedures and equipment
• Responsible for maintaining a good working relationship with fellow crew members, police, fire, and the general public
• Ability to prepare detailed written reports
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must maintain a valid Michigan driver’s license and a good driving record
• Must have a high school diploma or G.E.D.
• Must be interviewed by Life EMS designee
• Must pass all Life EMS pre-employment requirements as outlined on the Conditional Offer of Employment
• Must possess current Paramedic license issued by the state of Michigan
• Must pass local medical control authorization requirements
• Must possess current BLS CPR card
• Must obtain a trauma certification, such as PHTLS
• Must obtain a pediatric certification, such as EPC, PALS, or PEPP
• Must be certified and current ACLS
• COVID-19 Vaccination highly encouraged

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: While performing the duties of this job, the associate is required to stand, walk, use hands and fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance visions, color visions, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. The associates must also do the following:

• Sit and drive using frequent wrist motions and forward reaches
• Walk, climb stairs, carry medical equipment up to 70 lbs
• Push and pull wheelchairs while ascending or descending stairs with a 130-pound patient
• Lift, push and pull stretcher to load and unload 150-pound patient (with assistance of one other Paramedic)
• Lift and transfer loads up to 150 pounds (with assistance of one other Paramedic)
• Climb ladder and crawl
• Lifting one end of stretcher weighing 105 lbs from chest to overhead (48”-66”)
• Ability to wear particulate respirator. Facial hair, except for a mustache to the corners of the mouth, is prohibited.

**Please note that Life EMS tries to accommodate all schedules, but as an EMS agency, you may be required to work shifts outside of your requested availability so we can assist our patients and communities. This may include days, nights, weekends, or holidays.