Paramedic Basic - Located in Temple, TX

American Medical Response; Temple (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

American Medical Response (AMR) is hiring Paramedics for a full-time role in Temple, TX. You will provide advanced patient care using defibrillators, EKG monitors, oxygen, suction, and IV fluids, while leading on-scene operations and coordinating with public safety teams.

The position requires a State Paramedic License, a valid driver’s license, and BLS/ACLS/NREMT-Paramedic certifications, with a preference for healthcare experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• State Paramedic License and valid driver’s license required.
• BLS, ACLS, and NREMT-Paramedic certification required.
• Clean driving record and ability to pass agility test.
• Healthcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess each call situation and determine best action, following Paramedic protocols.
• Utilize Paramedic skills and equipment to provide advanced medical care.
• Communicate with patients and families to provide information and reassurance.
• Act as Paramedic team leader and manage scene and unit as needed.
• Drive the ambulance on 911 responses.
• Collaborate with allied health and public safety personnel.
• Participate in community programs to support AMR image.

Skills

Communication

Team leadership

Patient care

Education

State Paramedic License

Driver’s License

BLS

ACLS

NREMT-Paramedic

High School Diploma / GED

Job description

Paramedic

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.

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.
• Participate in community programs to maintain AMR image and establish strong community relations.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• State Paramedic LicenseState Driver’s License
• BLS, ACLS, NREMT-Paramedic
• Driving record compliant with company policy
• Pass Physical Agility Test
• Some work experience, preferably healthcare

Preferred Qualifications

• Related experience 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, 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.