Paramedic: Lead Scenes & Deliver Advanced Care

Rural Metro Fire Department; Topeka (KS); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

AMR is hiring Paramedics who deliver compassionate, high-quality care and advanced patient care. Starting at $61,201.00 / year with credit given for experience.

We’re seeking Paramedics to join a dedicated team providing emergency medical services. Responsibilities include assessing calls, using defibrillators and EKG monitors, administering IV fluids, leading the scene, driving ambulances on 911 responses, and coordinating with allied health and public safety personnel.

Qualifications

• Kansas Paramedic certification or eligible for Kansas certification.
• State Driver’s License required.
• BLS and ACLS required upon hire; PALS preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assess each call situation to determine the best course of action.
• Utilize Paramedic skills on medical equipment including defibrillator, EKG monitor, oxygen and suction devices, IV fluids.
• Communicate with patients and loved ones to provide information and assurance.
• Act as Paramedic team leader and manage scene and unit as needed.
• Drive the ambulance on 911 responses.
• Collaborate with allied health and public safety personnel.

Education

Kansas Paramedic certification

State Driver’s License

High school diploma or equivalent (GED)

BLS and ACLS on hire; PALS optional

Job description

AMR is hiring Paramedics who deliver compassionate, high-quality care and advanced patient care. Starting at $61,201.00 / year with credit given for experience.

We’re seeking Paramedics to join a dedicated team providing emergency medical services. Responsibilities include assessing calls, using defibrillators and EKG monitors, administering IV fluids, leading the scene, driving ambulances on 911 responses, and coordinating with allied health and public safety personnel.