Paramedic - Generous PTO & Retirement Benefits

MEDIC 1 AMBULANCE; Benton Harbor (MI); On-site; Full time

Job description

Interested in joining a progressive agency with excellent retirement benefits, and outstanding PTO that truly cares about its people? Medic 1 Ambulance is a municipally owned EMS agency that serves Berrien County, MI. Medic 1 is a well-balanced system with stations that cover over 42 miles of Lake Michigan coastline, 50+ miles of interstate, both rural areas and busy urban areas.

Applicants must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

1. Critical thinking in stressful situations.

2. Knowledge of common physical illnesses, obvious symptoms, and appropriate medical terminology.

3. Currently licensed State of Michigan Paramedic.

4. Current BLS Card

5. Current ACLS Card

6. Current PALS or EPC (must be obtained within 1 year of hire)

7. Complete knowledge of protocols and skillful application of those protocols.

8. Able to maintain harmonious relationships with fellow crew members, public safety personnel, and the general public under stressful situations.

9. Able to show empathy towards patients and others.

10. Physical Fitness: Paramedics must maintain physical fitness in order to perform the job.

Physical Requirements: While performing the duties of this job, must be able to stand, walk, sit, operate motor vehicles, balance, work at heights, climb stairs, twist/turn, bend/stoop, crouch, squat, kneel, and crawl. Paramedics are often called upon to work in harsh or austere environments including extremes of temperature, noisy, adverse, or poor weather conditions for extended periods of time. Lifting includes occasionally lifting 100lbs or more with or without assistance.