Paramedic

Rural Metro Fire Department; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$7,500 Sign on Bonus

Comprehensive benefits options

Job summary

Rural Metro Fire Department is urgently hiring Paramedics in Las Cruces, NM. As a Paramedic, you will deliver high-quality patient care and utilize advanced medical equipment such as defibrillators and EKG monitors. This full-time position offers a $7,500 sign-on bonus and responsibilities include driving the ambulance, documenting patient care, and maintaining equipment standards.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, a current state Paramedic License, and relevant certifications. Join a compassionate team dedicated to quality medical care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required, with advanced education preferred.
• Must have a current state Paramedic License.
• Current BCLS, ACLS, PALS or PEPP, BTLS or PHTLS Provider Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Utilize medical equipment including defibrillator and EKG monitor.
• Drive the ambulance and provide map reading support.
• Document activities regarding patient care and billing.

Skills

Medical equipment utilization

Patient care

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (GED)

Current state Paramedic License

Tools

Defibrillator

EKG monitor

CPR techniques

Job description

IMMEDIATELY HIRING!

PARAMEDIC

$7,500 Sign on Bonus - - Full-time New Hires Eligible

We are hiring Paramedics with a passion to compassionately deliver high-quality service and basic, as well as advanced patient care in a professional, caring, and cost-effective manner. Paramedics assess provide patient care and assess each call to determine best course of action and appropriate protocol; performs related responsibilities as required.

Responsibilities:

• Utilize medical equipment and procedures including defibrillator, EKG monitor, oxygen and suction devices, intravenous fluids, CPR and other procedures and medications as required to provide advanced medical care.
• Drive the ambulance and provide map reading support to minimize call response time.
• Continuously maintain all required certifications.
• Communicate with dispatcher to receive and understand call data and customer feedback.
• Monitor and maintain the general condition of the unit, keep it clean and stocked for optimal call response.
• Document activities regarding patient care and billing completely to ensure appropriate information is available regarding each call.
• Follow policies and procedures regarding out-of-chute times and turnaround times.
• Consider patient status and insurance preferred facilities when determining transportation destinations.
• Ability to work past scheduled shift with little or no notice.
• Work collaboratively and in a professional manner with all allied health and public safety personnel.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to successfully pass Physical Agility Test.
• Aptitudes required for work of this nature are good physical stamina, endurance, and body condition that would not be adversely affected by frequently having to walk, stand, lift, carry, and balance at times.
• Must be able to lift, drag, hoist, and carry different types of equipment and other objects.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED). Some advanced education preferred.
• Current state Paramedic License.
• Possess a valid State Driver's License.
• Current BCLS, ACLS, PALS or PEPP, BTLS or PHTLS Provider Certification (where applicable or required by contract).
• Driving record in compliance with AMR Safety and Driving policy.

Why Choose Us?

As a national leader in medical transport services, AMR is one of Global Medical Response's (GMR) family of solutions. Our 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 at www.AtaMomentsNotice.com. Learn how our values are at the core of our services and vital to how we approach care and check out our comprehensive benefit options at GlobalMedicalResponse.com/Careers.

GMR's Core Behaviors

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EEO Statement

Global Medical Response and its family of companies are an Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes supporting veterans and providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with a disability.

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