Paramedic Basic

Global Medical Response; Paris (TN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Rural Metro Fire Department is hiring for a Paramedic Basic full-time position in the United States. The role offers hourly pay starting at $21.50 and is DOE based on experience.

Responsibilities include assessing calls, providing advanced medical care with standard equipment, communicating with patients and families, leading scene operations as needed, driving 911 responses, and collaborating with emergency and public safety teams.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• State Paramedic License.
• State Driver’s License.
• BLS, ACLS, NREMT-Paramedic certifications.
• Clean driving record.
• Pass Physical Agility Test.
• Healthcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess call situations and determine the best action per progressive Paramedic protocols.
• Utilize Paramedic skills with medical equipment to provide advanced medical care.
• Communicate with patients and family members to provide information and reassurance.

Skills

Patient care

Education

High school diploma or GED

State Paramedic License

State Driver’s License

BLS

ACLS

NREMT-Paramedic

Physical agility test

Job description

Paramedic Basic IMMEDIATE HIRING! PARAMEDIC FULL-TIME Opportunity

Hourly rates starting at $21.50 + 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.

MinimumRequired 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

Why Choose AMR?

AMR is one of Global Medical Response (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, seek to understand, find a way together and be accountable—unite our teams and 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.

Check out our careers site benefits page to learn more about our benefit options.

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