Paramedic Basic

Rural Metro Fire Department; Alabama; On-site; USD 27,276 - 38,848; Part time

Job summary

The Rural Metro Fire Department in Alabama is hiring for the Paramedic Basic role. You will provide compassionate, high-quality service and patient care on each call.

This part-time opportunity offers hourly rates starting at $24.00, with duties including assessment of situations, utilizing medical equipment, and acting as a team leader in emergency response. Join us in making a difference!

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
• Must possess a valid State Paramedic License.
• BLS, ACLS, and NREMT-Paramedic certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Assess each call situation to determine the best course of action.
• Utilize medical equipment and procedures to provide advanced care.
• Drive the ambulance on 911 responses.

Skills

Patient care

Medical equipment operation

Team leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (GED)

State Paramedic License

BLS, ACLS, NREMT-Paramedic

Tools

Defibrillator

EKG monitor

Intravenous fluid equipment

Job description

Paramedic Basic – Immediate Hiring – Part-Time Opportunity

Hourly rates starting at $24.00 + DOE

We’re hiring Paramedics that are passionate about delivering compassionate, high-quality service and basic, as well as 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.

Other Responsibilities

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

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.

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