Paramedic Basic

American Medical Response; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading emergency medical service provider in Houston is immediately hiring for a full-time Paramedic Basic role. The ideal candidate will be responsible for assessing emergency situations, providing advanced medical care, and managing a Paramedic team. Qualifications include a high school diploma, a State Paramedic License, and BLS, ACLS, NREMT-Paramedic certifications. This role offers an opportunity to make a difference in patient care while working within a passionate team committed to service.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• State Paramedic License is mandatory.
• Able to pass Physical Agility Test.

Responsibilities

• Assess each call situation for appropriate action.
• Utilize medical equipment procedures.
• Communicate effectively with patients and families.
• Lead Paramedic team when necessary.
• Drive ambulance during emergency responses.
• Collaborate with public safety personnel.

Skills

Paramedic skills

Communication

Team leadership

Driving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (GED)

State Paramedic License

BLS, ACLS, NREMT-Paramedic

Job description

Overview

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IMMEDIATELY HIRING! Paramedic FULL-TIME Opportunity
We’re hiring Paramedics that are passionate about delivering compassionate, high-quality service and advanced patient care to our customers.

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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 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.

Minimum Required 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

Preferred Qualifications

• 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. Learn how our values are at the core of our services and vital to how we approach care and check out our comprehensive benefit options at GlobalMedicalResponse.com/Careers.

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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