Paramedic

Rural Metro Fire Department; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 39,881 - 62,446; Full time

Job summary

AMR in Spokane, WA is building a waitlist for Paramedic openings, seeking compassionate professionals with basic and advanced patient care skills. Responsibilities include leading scene operations, operating defibrillators and monitors, and supporting 911 ambulance responses.

Required are a high school diploma or GED, State Paramedic License, State Driver’s License, and BLS/ACLS/NREMT-Paramedic certifications. A physical agility test and healthcare experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• State Paramedic License held and current.
• State Driver’s License required.
• BLS, ACLS, and NREMT-Paramedic certifications held.
• Driving record compliant with policy.
• Pass Physical Agility Test.
• Some healthcare work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess each call to determine best action with paramedic protocols.
• Use medical equipment (defibrillator, monitor, oxygen, suction) for care.
• Communicate with patients and families about care being given.
• Act as team leader on scene and manage unit as needed.
• Drive ambulance for 911 responses.
• Collaborate with allied health and public safety teams.
• Participate in community programs to promote AMR image.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Team coordination

Education

High school diploma or GED

State Paramedic License

State Driver’s License

BLS

ACLS

NREMT-Paramedic

Tools

Defibrillator

EKG monitor

Oxygen equipment

Suction devices

IV fluids administration

Job description

PARAMEDIC

WAITLIST

This posting is to create a waitlist for candidates interested in future openings.

We’rehiring Paramedics that are passionate about delivering compassionate,high-quality service and basic, as well as advanced,patient careto our customers.

Responsibilities:

• Assess each call situation to determinethebest 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 patientsand 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.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• State Paramedic License
• State Driver’s License
• BLS, ACLS, NREMT-Paramedic
• Driving record in compliance with companypolicy

• Pass Physical Agility Test
• Some work experience, preferably in healthcare

Why Choose AMR?

AMR 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,seekto understand, find a way together and be accountable—uniteour teamsand set us apart in emergency medical services.

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.

Salary Range:

$28.95 - $45.33 DOE (This rate applies to 12-hour shift and average44per week)