Paramedic Joliet

Superior Ambulance Service, Inc.; Rockdale (IL); On-site; USD 3,720,000 - 4,822,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Competitive compensation

Overtime opportunity

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth

Hourly bonus

Job summary

Superior Ambulance Service, Inc. is seeking Paramedics to serve multiple Illinois locations. You will provide patient care during transport and collaborate with medical teams for optimal outcomes.

The role requires NREMT/state EMT-Paramedic licensing, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to perform necessary physical tasks. Competitive pay, overtime, and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• NREMT or state license (or pending)
• Ability to provide medical care at EMT/Paramedic level while safely transporting patients
• Valid driver’s license with satisfactory driving record
• Pass a pre-employment interview including a physical and lifting exam, drug screen, and background check
• Attend company-provided training and driving course

Responsibilities

• Provide appropriate patient care as per Paramedic training
• Safe transportation with accurate map reading and addressing
• Assess patient and convey condition to medical professionals
• Provide written report describing patient condition and treatment
• Provide documentation for billing information
• Maintain vehicle sanitary and monitor fluids/gauges

Skills

Medical care at EMT/Paramedic level

Safe patient transport

Map reading/navigation

Education

NREMT or state EMT/Paramedic license

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Overview

Openings in multiple locations: Elmhurst, Oak Lawn, Markham, Chicago (Illinois Medical District & Chicago North), Des Plaines, Green Oaks, Schaumburg, Aurora, Elgin, Cary, Joliet, Evanston, Rockford, Grayslake

History of the Company: Superior Ambulance Service started in 1959 with one ambulance and today is the largest independent, locally owned, and operated emergency medical services provider in the Midwest. Superior employs more than 3,500 licensed EMTs, Paramedics and Nurses, operating a fleet of more than 800 ambulances throughout Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Michigan, and Wisconsin. Superior also provides Critical Care, helicopter, and fixed wing emergency medical transportation.

EMTs and Paramedics provide safe transportation and quality medical care to sick and injured individuals within the scope of state EMS regulations. Superior provides the highest quality care in emergencies and scheduled medical transports.

Responsibilities

The primary duties and responsibilities of the Paramedic consist of, but are not limited to the following:

• Provide appropriate patient care as stipulated in their training as a Paramedic.
• Provide safe transportation, to include accurately discerning street names through map reading, the ability to correctly distinguish house numbers, and addresses of business locations, in the most expedient manner, are essential.
• Appropriately assess a patient and accurately convey the condition to other medical professionals.
• Provide an accurate written report describing a patient's condition, medical history, and the treatment provided.
• Provide appropriate documentation for billing information.
• Maintain the vehicle in sanitary condition, in addition to monitoring all fluid levels and gauges.

Qualifications

• NREMT (National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians) or current state license (or pending).
• Ability to provide - medical care, at the EMT or Paramedic level, while safely transporting patients.
• Possess a valid driver’s license, satisfactory driving record and must be able to safely operate a vehicle in various conditions, including daytime, nighttime and inclement weather.
• Pass a pre-employment interview including a physical and lifting examination, drug screen, and background check.
• Attend company provided training and driving course.

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling
• Competitive compensation
• Immediate EMT / Paramedic job placement
• Multiple station locations with the ability to transfer - throughout the company
• Opportunity to work overtime
• Health/dental/life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Opportunity for Career Growth

Additional earnings via bi-weekly bonus up to $4.00/HR.

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Salary Range

USD $26.50 - USD $35.00 /Hr. rates offered based on years of experience and full time scheduled templates.