Paramedic - Located in Harlan, KY

American Medical Response, Inc.; Kentucky; On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Lifeguard Ambulance Service in Kentucky is hiring Paramedics for full-time roles in Harlan. Starting compensation begins at $20.50 per hour with 24-hour shift opportunities and a focus on delivering compassionate, advanced patient care on 911 responses.

Responsibilities include leading scenes, driving ambulances, and collaborating with allied health and public safety personnel while maintaining community relations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• State Paramedic License.
• State Driver’s License.
• BLS, ACLS, NREMT-Paramedic.
• Driving record compliant with company policy.
• Pass Physical Agility Test.
• Some work experience, preferably healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Assess each call situation to determine best action with progressive Paramedic protocols.
• Utilize Paramedic skills on medical equipment and procedures to provide advanced care.
• Communicate with patients and loved ones to provide information and reassurance.

Education

High school diploma (GED)

Tools

Defibrillator

EKG monitor

Oxygen equipment

Suction devices

Intravenous fluids

Job description

Paramedic - Harlan, KY

IMMEDIATELY HIRING! Paramedic FULL-TIME Opportunity

Starting at $20.50 per hour

Now offering 24-hour shift opportunities!

We’re hiring Paramedics that are passionate about delivering compassionate, high-quality service and advanced patient care to our customers.

Located in Harlan, KY

Job Description

• Assess each call situation to determine the best course of action while working with progressive Paramedic protocols.
• Utilize your Paramedic skills on medical equipment and procedures including defibrillator, EKG monitor, oxygen and suction devices, and intravenous fluids to provide advanced medical care.
• Communicate with patients and loved ones to provide information and assurance that care is being given.
• Act as Paramedic team leader and take responsibility for the scene and unit management as needed.
• Drive the ambulance on 911 responses.
• Work collaboratively and in a professional manner with all allied health and public safety personnel as well as your fellow Paramedics.
• Participate in community programs to maintain AMR image and establish strong community relations.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• State Paramedic License
• State Driver’s License
• BLS, ACLS, NREMT-Paramedic
• Driving record compliant with company policy
• Pass Physical Agility Test
• Some work experience, preferably healthcare

Why Choose Lifeguard?

Lifeguard Ambulance Service is one of Global Medical Response’s (GMR) family of solutions. Our GMR teams deliver compassionate, quality medical care, primarily in the areas of emergency and patient relocation services. View the stories on how our employees provide care to the world at www.AtaMomentsNotice.com.

GMR’s Core Behaviors—keep care at the center, raise your hand, seek to understand, find a way together and be accountable—unite our teams and set us apart in emergency medical services.

EEO Statement

Global Medical Response and its family of companies are an Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes supporting veterans and providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with a disability.

More Information About This Job

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