Paramedic: Advanced Life Support & Field Trainer

Acadian Ambulance Service; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) and ESOP

Vacation time

Sick time

Job summary

Acadian Ambulance Service in Jackson, Mississippi, seeks a Paramedic to provide pre-hospital care and safe transport. You will perform essential life support, document patient information, and maintain equipment readiness across both emergency and non‑emergency patient transport scenarios.

The role requires state Paramedic certification, CPR and ACLS, a valid driver’s license, and strong communication skills. Full‑time benefits include comprehensive insurance and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• National and/or State certification as a Paramedic determined by appropriate state requirements.
• Current CPR certification as established by the American Heart Association.
• Current ACLS certification as established by the American Heart Association.
• Current and valid state-issued driver’s license determined by appropriate state requirements (equivalent of a Louisiana Class “D” driver’s license).
• Must be able to read, write, and communicate professionally and effectively with employees and managers. Must possess the ability to write simple correspondence or reports. Must possess the ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees and/or managers.
• Must be knowledgeable of company protocols, operational procedures and safety policies.
• Must be able to drive large vehicles in normal and adverse conditions.
• Additional certifications such as, NALS, PALS, PHTLS, PEEP, and Instructor certifications are preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Conducts a careful examination of the patient for signs and symptoms of illness/injury and assists other medical personnel as necessary.
• Administers prompt and efficient basic, intermediate and advanced life support care within the limits of licensure or certification and in accordance with approved protocols prior to and during transport.
• Provides careful handling of the patient to and from the ambulance.
• Provides a safe and efficient transport of the patient in the ambulance to the medical facility.
• Provides a safe and efficient transfer of patient and patient care information to the receiving personnel at the destination.
• Documents all aspects of patient condition and treatment on EMS run reports. Obtains and records non-medical patient information as required. Completes other patient documentation and forms as required.
• Conducts regular unit inventory and equipment testing to ensure all equipment for which the paramedic is responsible is present, clean and in proper working order.
• Upon completion of transport, responsible for all assigned duties which will place the ambulance and equipment back in service.
• Responsible for full knowledge of the ambulance’s equipment and its proper use at all times.
• Documents and reports all needed repairs to the proper maintenance departments (electronic or mechanical) as well as to supervisors and other ambulance personnel as required.
• In the absence of other qualified personnel, responsible for the use of basic extrication tools and procedures to gain access to the patient if necessary.
• In the absence of other qualified personnel, responsible for controlling the patient’s surroundings in such a way as to minimize further danger and control the actions of bystanders.
• In both the emergency and non-emergency setting, operates / drives the ambulance in a safe and efficient manner, following company driving guidelines, so the safety or condition of the occupants are not compromised.
• Follows all FCC regulations when communicating via electronic communications equipment.
• Attends all mandatory meetings as scheduled.
• Completes assigned station and station grounds duties.
• Orders supplies and equipment from Central Supply to replenish station and ambulance inventories as needed.
• Completes assigned ambulance duties (i.e., washing, waxing, interior and exterior cleaning, etc.) as required.
• Completes all required company reports and logs and when necessary provides other ambulance and supervisory personnel with the information.
• As an approved Field Training Officer, you are responsible for training new employees as directed.
• As an approved Field Training officer, you are responsible for precepting EMT-Basic, Intermediate and Paramedic students as directed.
• Must meet and fulfill the qualifications, requirements, functions and responsibilities of the Emergency Medical Technician – Basic and Intermediate job descriptions.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Written communication

Professionalism

Ability to work under pressure

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Paramedic certification

Job description

Acadian Ambulance Service in Jackson, Mississippi, seeks a Paramedic to provide pre-hospital care and safe transport. You will perform essential life support, document patient information, and maintain equipment readiness across both emergency and non‑emergency patient transport scenarios.

The role requires state Paramedic certification, CPR and ACLS, a valid driver’s license, and strong communication skills. Full‑time benefits include comprehensive insurance and retirement plans.