PARAMEDIC - CHILLICOTHE

Medcareohio; Chillicothe (OH); On-site; USD 27,515 - 39,188; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

In-house education and training

Competitive pay

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Chillicothe, Ohio is seeking a Paramedic to provide high-quality pre-hospital emergency care. The role includes promoting effective communication, operating company vehicles, and collaborating with healthcare professionals. Candidates must have an Ohio Paramedic License, CPR, and ACLS certifications, as well as strong communication skills. Full-time and part-time roles are available, with competitive pay starting at $24.21/hr and sign-on bonuses for new hires.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Ohio Paramedic License and American Heart Association CPR & ACLS certifications.
• Demonstrated ability to manage stress and perform in unpredictable environments.
• Ability to transport and assist patients weighing 350+ lbs safely.

Responsibilities

• Provides high-quality pre-hospital emergency care and intra-facility patient transport.
• Promotes effective communication and teamwork between management and field staff.
• Operate company vehicles safely and professionally.

Skills

Current Ohio Paramedic License

CPR Certification

ACLS Certification

Strong communication skills

Ability to manage stress

Education

Ohio Paramedic License

Job description

Paramedic

Join the Journey: Become a Partner for Life

At MedCare, we don’t hire employees — we welcome partners. Our team is united by a shared purpose: serving our patients and each other with integrity, compassion, and excellence. Guided by the principles of Servant Leadership, our partners live out our core values of Safety, Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, Compassion every day. We are more than a workplace — we are a community built on mutual respect, lifelong learning, and genuine care. Through our renowned in‑house education program, we invest in your professional growth and personal well‑being, helping you achieve true work/life balance while building a rewarding career.

Position

Paramedic (Full‑Time & Part‑Time, Various Shifts Available)

Location

Chillicothe, OH

Compensation

Starting at $24.21/hr (based on experience)

Shift Differentials:

• Mon–Thurs: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM + $4/hr
• Fri–Sun: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM + $5/hr
• Sat–Sun: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM + $4/hr

Sign‑On Bonus

• $2,500 for Full‑Time (½ paid at 6 months, ½ at 1 year)
• $1,250 for Part‑Time (½ paid at 6 months, ½ at 1 year)

What You’ll Do

• Provides high‑quality pre‑hospital emergency care and intra‑facility patient transport
• Promotes effective communication and teamwork between management and field staff
• Operate company vehicles safely and professionally
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals and first responders
• Represent MedCare with courtesy, professionalism, and compassion in every interaction

What is Required

• Current Ohio Paramedic License and American Heart Association CPR & ACLS certification
• Valid driver’s license with a clean record
• Comprehensive knowledge of emergency transportation procedures
• Ability to transport and assist patients up to 350+ lbs safely and professionally
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills under stressful conditions
• Ability to drive for extended periods, maintaining alertness and professionalism
• Demonstrated ability to manage stress and perform in uncontrolled or unpredictable environments
• Must maintain competency on assigned and alternate modes of transport

Why MedCare?

• Competitive pay & comprehensive benefits
• Career advancement through continuing in‑house education
• Supportive, values‑driven team culture
• A mission that matters — every shift, every patient, every day

MedFlight and MedCare provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

The information provided in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by incumbents within this job. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and working conditions required of employees assigned to this job. Management has sole discretion to add or modify duties of the job and to designate other functions as essential at any time. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract.