Paramedic

Rural Metro Fire Department; Prestonsburg (KY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting at $20.50/hour

24-hour shift opportunities

Job summary

Lifeguard Ambulance Service in Prestonburg, Kentucky is seeking a Paramedic for full- or part-time roles. The position starts at $20.50 per hour, with higher pay based on experience, and includes 24-hour shift opportunities. Responsibilities include assessing calls, providing advanced medical care, and leading the on-scene team. Minimum qualifications include a state Paramedic license, driver’s license, and required certifications.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• State Paramedic License required.
• State Driver’s License required.
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NREMT-Paramedic certifications.
• Driving record compliant with company policy.
• Must pass Physical Agility Test.
• Some healthcare work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess each call to determine the best course of action with Paramedic protocols.
• Provide advanced medical care using defibrillator, EKG monitor, oxygen, suction, and IV fluids.
• Communicate with patients and family to provide information and reassurance.
• Lead on scene as Paramedic team leader and manage scene and unit as needed.
• Drive the ambulance on 911 responses.
• Collaborate professionally with other health and public safety personnel.
• Participate in community programs to maintain the company image.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Education

High School Diploma or GED

State Paramedic License

State Driver’s License

BLS

ACLS

NREMT-Paramedic

Physical Agility Test

Job description

Paramedic - Prestonburg, KY

IMMEDIATELY HIRING! Paramedic FULL or PART-TIME Opportunity

Starting at $20.50 per hour (more depending on experience)

Now offering 24-hour shift opportunities!

We’re hiring Paramedics 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.
• Participate in community programs to maintain AMR image and establish strong community relations.

MinimumRequired Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• State Paramedic License
• State Driver’s License
• BLS, ACLS, NREMT-Paramedic
• Driving record compliant with company policy
• Pass Physical Agility Test
• Some work experience, preferably healthcare

Why Choose Lifeguard? Lifeguard Ambulance Service is one of Global 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 at www.AtaMomentsNotice.com.

GMR’s Core Behaviors—keep care at the center, raise your hand, seek to understand, find a way together and be accountable—unite our teams and set us apart in emergency medical services.

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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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