Paramedic - Crestwood

Paramedic Services of Illinois; Crestwood (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO Health & Dental Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

24/72 Shifts

Life Insurance

Credit Union Membership

Professional Liability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Reimbursement for EMS Relicensing Fee

Job summary

Paramedic Services of Illinois is seeking a Paramedic to respond to emergency calls and provide critical medical care. You will assess needs, administer treatments per protocols, and ensure accurate documentation in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires a Paramedic program completion and an Illinois DoPH license, plus ongoing compliance with continuing education and licensure requirements.

Qualifications

• Must have High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Successful completion of a Paramedic program and current Illinois DoPH license.
• Able to meet continuing education and licensure requirements.

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergency calls and assess patient needs.
• Provide appropriate medical treatment per protocols.
• Safely lift, transfer, and position patients as needed.
• Communicate with patients, families, and other responders for coordinated care.
• Maintain accurate transport and equipment documentation.

Skills

Emergency response

Patient assessment

Clinical procedures

Communication

Documentation

Safety & lifting

Education

High School Diploma

Paramedic program

IL DoPH license

Job description

About Us:

At Paramedic Services of Illinois, we are dedicated to providing compassionate and high-quality emergency medical care to our community. Our company culture is centered around the belief that every individual deserves prompt and professional medical attention delivered with empathy and respect.

What You’ll Do:

• As a Paramedic at Paramedic Services of Illinois, you will be an integral part of our team, responding to emergency calls and providing essential medical care to patients in need. Your primary responsibilities will include:
• Responding promptly to emergency calls and assessing the medical needs of patients.
• Administering appropriate medical treatment and interventions according to established protocols and guidelines.
• Demonstrates the ability to safely lift, transfer, and maneuver patients in and out of ambulances, facilities, residences, and other locations.
• Communicating effectively with patients, families, healthcare professionals and other emergency responders to ensure coordinated and efficient patient care.
• Completes and maintains accurate records and documentation with regard to transport, equipment inspection, supplies usage incidents, and other forms of documentation inherent in the operation.
• Demonstrates, by attendance and documentation, compliance with PSI and/or the Department of Health requirements for continuing education and licensure.
• Maintains a clean and complete uniform, personal hygiene, and professional, pleasant, and polite demeanor to all persons with whom the individual comes in contact while on duty.
• Inspects and promptly reports damage, deficiencies, safety issues or other problems with ambulances, company vehicles, equipment and supplies, or any other matters relevant to the safe, efficient and proper operation of the company; assists with vehicle and equipment maintenance and station maintenance.
• Participates in public education, public relations, public health safety programs, emergency medical service training, fire training, fire prevention activities, fire suppression, rescue, extrication, hazardous material situations, demonstrations, instructing, and any other activity that would benefit the company, its contracting communities, or the general public.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Current/Valid Illinois Driver’s License of proper classification
• Successful completion of a Paramedic program and maintain a current/valid Illinois Department of Public Health License
• Capable of completing continuing education and testing requirements in the system that you are assigned
• State of Illinois Firefighter Certifications (for Firefighter applicants)
• Successful completion of a professional and criminal background check
• Successfully pass pre-employment testing including a Fit for Duty Physical, Drug Screening, Agility and Lifting Evaluation

Preferred Certifications (but not required):

• ACLS
• PALS/PEPP
• PHTLS/ BTLS/ITLS
• CPR Instructor

Compensation & Benefits Package Includes:

• Competitive Pay - $26.50 Regular Time, $39.75 Overtime Rate
• Paid Time Off/Sick time
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Holiday Pay
• 24/72 Shifts
• PPO Health & Dental Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Credit Union Membership
• Professional Liability Insurance
• Scheduled Performance Evaluations
• Flexible Benefits Plan (FSA)
• Short & Long Term Off-Duty Disability Insurance
• Aflac Insurance
• Service Award Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Bereavement Leave
• Switch Time Privileges
• Selective Tuition Reimbursement
• Reimbursement for State of Illinois EMS Relicensing Fee

  Company Culture:

  At Paramedic Services of Illinois, our company culture is built on the foundation of compassion, professionalism, and teamwork. For over 50 years, we have been committed to creating a supportive and inclusive work environment where every team member is valued and respected. Our philosophy extends not only to our patients but also to our employees, who play a vital role in fulfilling our mission of providing exceptional emergency medical care to our communities.

  Join our team at Paramedic Services of Illinois and be part of a company that truly cares about its employees and the communities we serve.