Paramedic: Fast-Paced EMS with Impact & Great Benefits

Paramedic Services of Illinois, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 37,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Health & dental insurance

Life insurance

Uniforms provided

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement award program

Job summary

Paramedic Services of Illinois, Inc. is seeking a skilled Paramedic to join our emergency response team. You will assess patients, administer treatments, and coordinate care with healthcare professionals to deliver prompt, compassionate service.

Candidates must have a completed Paramedic program, Illinois DOH license, and be able to pass background checks and pre-employment testing. A valid Illinois driver’s license is required, with readiness to work flexible shifts.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Emergency response

Patient care

Illinois Driver’s License

Documentation

Communication

Continuing education

Education

High School Diploma

Paramedic program

Illinois Department of Public Health license

Background check

Pre-employment testing

State of Illinois Firefighter Certifications

Job description

Paramedic Services of Illinois, Inc. is seeking a skilled Paramedic to join our emergency response team. You will assess patients, administer treatments, and coordinate care with healthcare professionals to deliver prompt, compassionate service.

Candidates must have a completed Paramedic program, Illinois DOH license, and be able to pass background checks and pre-employment testing. A valid Illinois driver’s license is required, with readiness to work flexible shifts.