Paramedic

Rural Metro Fire Department; Salem (VA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

AMR in Virginia is seeking a Paramedic for a full-time, immediately hiring role with compensation at $33.99 per hour or more based on experience. You will deliver advanced patient care using defibrillators, ECG monitors, oxygen, suction and IV fluids, leading on scene management when required.

Responsibilities include assessing calls, driving ambulances on 911 responses, and collaborating with healthcare and public safety teams while engaging with the community to uphold AMR’s reputation for

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Active State Paramedic License is required.
• State Driver’s License is required.
• BLS, ACLS and NREMT-Paramedic certifications are required.
• Driving record must meet company policy.
• Pass the Physical Agility Test.
• Some healthcare work experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess each call to determine the best action with Paramedic protocols.
• Use medical equipment such as defibrillator, ECG monitor, oxygen, suction, IV fluids.
• Communicate with patients and families to provide care information.
• Act as Paramedic team leader and manage scene and unit as needed.
• Drive the ambulance on 911 responses.
• Collaborate with allied health and public safety personnel.
• Participate in community programs to maintain AMR image.

Skills

Patient care

Team coordination

Communication

Driving

Education

High school diploma / GED

State Paramedic License

State Driver’s License

BLS

ACLS

NREMT-Paramedic

Job description

Paramedic

IMMEDIATELY HIRING! Paramedic FULL-TIME Opportunity

$33.99 -or more based on experience!

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 AMR?

AMR is one of GMR’s 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.

EEO Statement

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