Paramedic: Lead Advanced Care on Every Call

Kansas Emergency Medical Services Association; Kansas; On-site; USD 42,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Kansas Emergency Medical Services Association is hiring Paramedics who are dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality service and advanced patient care. Starting at $46,725.95 per year with credit for experience.

Responsibilities include assessing calls, using Paramedic protocols, operating defibrillators and monitors, providing IV fluids, communicating with patients, leading scenes, driving the ambulance, and collaborating with public safety personnel.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Kansas Paramedic certification or eligibility required.
• State Driver’s License required.
• BLS and ACLS required on hire; PALS preferred but not required.
• Driving record must comply with company policy and pass agility test.
• Some healthcare-related work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess each call to determine best action using Paramedic protocols.
• Operate medical equipment to provide advanced care (defibrillator, EKG, oxygen, suction, IV fluids).
• Communicate with patients and families to convey information and reassurance.
• Lead the Paramedic team on scene and manage unit operations as needed.
• Drive the ambulance on 911 responses.
• Collaborate with allied health and public safety personnel.

Skills

BLS

ACLS

PALS (preferred)

Driving record compliant

Physical agility

Healthcare experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Kansas Paramedic certification or eligible

State Driver's License

Job description

Kansas Emergency Medical Services Association is hiring Paramedics who are dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality service and advanced patient care. Starting at $46,725.95 per year with credit for experience.

Responsibilities include assessing calls, using Paramedic protocols, operating defibrillators and monitors, providing IV fluids, communicating with patients, leading scenes, driving the ambulance, and collaborating with public safety personnel.