Paramedic (EMT-P) - Emergency Department

Prime Healthcare; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Prime Healthcare Mercy Medical Center in Aurora, IL is seeking an EMT-Paramedic for a per diem position in the Emergency Department. The role involves assessing and managing medical, trauma, and environmental emergencies under supervision, with patient care support to ER staff.

The ideal candidate holds EMT-P registration with ACLS, PALS and BCLS, CPI within 6 months of hire, and ER experience is preferred. Shifts are variable and 12-hour in length, reflecting the per diem nature of the job.

Qualifications

• Basic EMT-Paramedic registry required at hire.
• ACLS and PALS certifications required or obtained on hire.
• Current BCLS (AHA) certification required and maintained.
• CPI training within 6 months of hire and maintained annually.
• ER clinical experience preferred.
• PALS certification required on hire and maintained.

Responsibilities

• Assess and manage medical, trauma, and environmental emergencies under supervision.
• Assist with patient care under the ER staff nurse and physician supervision.
• Collaborate with the ER team to ensure timely and appropriate care.

Skills

EMT-P Registry

ACLS Certification

PALS Certification

BCLS (AHA) Certification

CPI within 6 months of hire

ER experience preferred

Education

Basic EMT-P Registry

ER experience preferred

Current BCLS (AHA) certificate

CPI within 6 months of hire

ACLS certification

PALS certification

Job description

Overview

Department:Emergency Department

Schedule:PRN, Variable-12-hour shifts

Facility:Prime Healthcare Mercy Medical Center

Location:Aurora, IL, 60506

*EMT-P Required*

Responsibilities

The EMT-Paramedic is responsible for the assessment and basic management of medical, trauma and environmental emergencies under the supervision of the staff nurse and / or physician. Assists with patient care based on individual patient needs within the scope of practice under the direct supervision of the ER Registered Nurse.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

1. Basic EMT-P Registry

2. E.R. experience preferred

3. Current BCLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current.

4. CPI within 6 months of hire and maintain current annually.

5. ACLS certification upon hire and maintain current.

6. PALS certification upon hire and maintain current.

Pay Transparency

Mercy Medical Center offers competitive compensation and a reasonable compensation estimate for this role is $26.88. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/

Employment Status

Per Diem

Shift

Variable

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights:https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf