Paramedic Basic - Portland

Confidential; Woodburn (OR); On-site; USD 73,394 - 112,102; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Shift Differentials

Enhanced Holiday Pay

Paid Training

Paid Wellness Days

Generous PTO Accruals

Job summary

AMR is seeking a Paramedic to assess and respond to emergency calls, performing advanced medical care with defibrillators, EKG monitors, oxygen, suction devices, and IV fluids. You will lead scenes when needed and drive on 911 responses, working with a team of health and safety professionals.

The role emphasizes communication with patients and families, community outreach, and maintaining AMR’s strong presence in the field.

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.

Responsibilities

• Assess each call to determine best action using Paramedic protocols.
• Operate medical equipment and deliver advanced medical care (defibrillator, EKG monitor, oxygen, suction, IV fluids).
• 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 and relations.

Skills

Paramedic skills

Clinical assessment

Communication

Leadership

Ambulance driving

Education

State Paramedic License

BLS/ACLS/NREMT-Paramedic

Job description

Salary Range: $73,394.83 - $112,102.00 depending on experience

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 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

INCLUDED BENEFITS

• Paid Shift Differentials
• Enhanced Holiday Pay
• Paid Training
• Paid Wellness Days
• Generous PTO Accruals

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 .

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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