Paramedic (EMT-P)

Lifelineamb; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

PTO

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

On-site continuing education

Job summary

Lifelineamb is seeking multiple Paramedics in Chicago, Illinois, to respond to emergency calls and provide essential medical services. Responsibilities include assessing patients, administering treatments, and mentoring EMT students. Candidates should be licensed Paramedics in Illinois, have a current CPR card, and consent to a background check. The company offers competitive pay, a variety of benefits, and a family-oriented culture. Become part of a diverse workforce as Lifelineamb is committed to equal opportunity employment.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Current CPR card required.
• Consent to criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Provide pre-hospital patient care as outlined in Region XI CNEMS Standing Medical Orders.
• Respond to emergency medical calls for assistance.
• Assess a patient’s condition and determine a course of treatment.

Skills

Emergency medical response

Patient assessment

Advanced life support

Mentorship

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Illinois Department of Public Health Licensure as a Paramedic

Tools

ACLS Certificate

PHTLS Certificate

ITLS Certificate

Job description

The opportunity

LifeLine is looking to hire multiple Paramedics in response to our rapidly growing call volume. Paramedics respond to emergency calls, performing medical services and transporting patients to medical facilities and continue to give care as necessary during the transport of the patient to the hospital. People’s lives often depend on their quick reaction and competent care. Paramedics must be able to maintain their composure in extremely stressful situations in order to assess medical situations and perform emergency lifesaving procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide pre-hospital patient care as outlined in Region XI CNEMS Standing Medical Orders.


• Respond to emergency medical calls for assistance and provide care that coincides with the Region XI Standing Medical Orders and level of training. Non-emergency calls may be fielded by Paramedic teams depending on call volume.


• Assess a patient’s condition and determine a course of treatment.


• Administer medications as outlined in Region XI CNEMS Standing Medical Orders.


• Perform advanced life support measures as outlined in Region XI CNEMS Standing Medical Orders.


• Mentor EMTs that are students in paramedic school (requires 1 year of Paramedic experience and/or Preceptor certification).

Requirements

What you need to succeed:

• Illinois Department of Public Health Licensure as a Paramedic


• Current CPR card


• Must successfully pass Region XI CNEMS Paramedic System Entry process


• Must be 18 years of age or older.


• High School Diploma or GED.


• Valid Driver’s License with a good driving record.


• Consent to a criminal background check.


• Must be available for up to 4 day orientation class.


• Ability to lift/push/pull at least 150+ lbs.

Preferred

• ACLS Certificate


• PHTLS Certificate


• ITLS Certificate

What we offer

• Competitive Pay, PTO, overtime opportunities


• A variety of elective benefits including Medical, dental, and Vision insurance, and 401K


• On-site continuing education


• Family culture based on open communication


• EMS career advisers

LifeLine is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating and maintaining a diverse workforce: Minorities/Females/ Disabled/Veterans.