Paramedic basic - Located in Salem, VA

American Medical Response; Salem (VA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

American Medical Response in Salem, VA is seeking a Paramedic for a full-time night shift. Immediate opening offering base pay of $33.99 per hour, with pay increasing based on experience. Join a team delivering advanced patient care and compassionate service to our community.

Required: state Paramedic license, driver’s license, BLS/ACLS, NREMT-Paramedic, and pass a physical agility test. Healthcare experience preferred. Apply now to start immediately.

Qualifications

• Minimum requirements: high school diploma or GED; State Paramedic License; State Driver’s License; BLS, ACLS, NREMT-Paramedic; driving record compliant; pass Physical Agility Test; healthcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess each call and decide best action per paramedic protocols.
• Use medical equipment (defibrillator, EKG, O2, suction) to provide advanced care.
• Communicate with patients and families to explain care and next steps.

Skills

Healthcare experience

Patient care

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Defibrillator

EKG Monitor

IV Therapy

Oxygen Equipment

Job description

Paramedic

IMMEDIATELY HIRING! Paramedic FULL-TIME Opportunity (NIGHT SHIFT)

$33.99 - MORE BASED ON EXPERIENCE per hour
We’re hiring Paramedics that are passionate about delivering compassionate, high-quality service and advanced patient care to our customers.

Located in Salem, VA

Job Description

Paramedic
IMMEDIATELY HIRING! Paramedic FULL-TIME Opportunity (NIGHT SHIFT)
$33.99 - MORE BASED ON EXPERIENCE per hour
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 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.

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.

More Information About This Job

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