Paramedic

PATIENTCARE EMS SOLUTIONS; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

PATIENTCARE EMS Solutions in Sioux Falls, SD seeks an experienced Paramedic to provide advanced prehospital emergency medical care and transportation according to protocols and medical direction.

You will assess patients, deliver ALS interventions, administer medications, and lead on-scene clinical decisions while ensuring safe operations and high-quality patient care. This role requires teamwork and a commitment to excellence in urgent and non-urgent transports.

Qualifications

• National Registry EMT-Paramedic (NREMT-P) required.
• Current driver’s license meeting company requirements.
• Ability to pass background check and drug screening.
• Flexible schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and deliver advanced life support (ALS) interventions.
• Administer medications and perform advanced procedures in accordance with protocols.
• Lead patient care decisions and direct on-scene clinical care.
• Provide patient packaging, transport, and ongoing monitoring.
• Complete accurate and timely patient care reports and required documentation.
• Ensure documentation meets clinical, legal, and billing standards.
• Maintain proficiency in ALS equipment and report deficiencies.
• Follow infection control, PPE, and safety protocols.
• Serve as a clinical leader and role model for EMT partners.
• Communicate effectively with hospitals, dispatch, and other responders.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Decision-making

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

NREMT-P

ACLS

PALS

PHTLS

Job description

Company Description

PatientCare EMS Solutions is a leading provider of ground-based 911 emergency ambulance services and critical healthcare logistics solutions. The organization delivers compassionate, high-quality emergency medical services and medical transports to diverse communities. Teams are known for their commitment, talent, and experience in handling urgent and non-urgent patient transport needs. PatientCare EMS Solutions operates across multiple states, including Florida, Indiana, Mississippi, New York, South Dakota, and Texas, offering opportunities to work within a broad, collaborative EMS network.

Position Summary

The Paramedic provides advanced prehospital emergency medical care and transportation in accordance with established protocols and medical direction. This role is responsible for patient assessment, advanced treatment, and clinical decision-making in high-pressure environments, while ensuring safe operations and high-quality patient care.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and deliver advanced life support (ALS) interventions
• Administer medications and perform advanced procedures in accordance with protocols
• Lead patient care decisions and direct on-scene clinical care
• Provide patient packaging, transport, and ongoing monitoring
• Complete accurate and timely patient care reports and required documentation
• Ensure documentation meets clinical, legal, and billing standards
• Ensure ambulance and equipment are clean, stocked, and response-ready
• Maintain proficiency in all ALS equipment and report deficiencies
• Adhere to all SOPs, REMSA guidelines, and regulatory requirements
• Maintain all required certifications and licensure
• Follow infection control, PPE, and safety protocols
• Serve as a clinical leader and role model for EMT partners
• Communicate effectively with hospitals, dispatch, and other responders
• Maintain professional appearance and conduct
• Participate in CME and ongoing clinical education
• Maintain and update required certifications (ACLS, PALS, PHTLS, etc.)
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Position Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent

National Registry EMT-Paramedic (NREMT-P) required

Current driver’s license meeting company requirements

Current certifications:

oACLS

oPALS or EPC

oPHTLS (or obtained within required timeframe if applicable)

Ability to pass background check and drug screening

Ability to work flexible schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays

Desired Qualifications

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Emergency Medical Services or related field

Previous ALS or high-volume EMS experience

Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull patients and equipment (140–200 lbs with assistance)

Frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting

Ability to work in confined spaces and moving vehicles

Ability to hear and respond to verbal communication, radio traffic, and alerts

Ability to perform sustained physical activity during extended patient care situations

Ability to perform advanced medical procedures requiring fine motor skills and manual dexterity

Ability to coordinate complex physical and cognitive tasks simultaneously in high-stress environments

Work is performed in both indoor and outdoor environments with exposure to varying weather conditions, noise, and hazards. This role includes exposure to bloodborne pathogens, bodily fluids, and infectious materials, requiring strict adherence to PPE and safety protocols. Work is performed in dynamic, high-stress, and physically demanding environments, including confined spaces and moving vehicles.