Paramedic - Located in Harrisonville, MO

American Medical Response; Harrisonville (MO); On-site; USD 57,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

American Medical Response in Harrisonville, MO is hiring a Paramedic for a full-time role in Cass County. You will apply your advanced patient care skills to 911 responses and supervise on-scene operations.

Requirements include Missouri Paramedic certification or eligibility for Kansas, a high school diploma or GED, a valid state driver's license, and BLS/ACLS on hire (PALS preferred). The position offers competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Missouri Paramedic certification or eligibility for Kansas certification.
• State driver’s license required.
• BLS and ACLS required upon hire; PALS preferred.
• Clean driving record and ability to pass Physical Agility Test.
• Some healthcare work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess each call to determine the best action using Paramedic protocols.
• Provide advanced care using defibrillator, EKG monitor, oxygen, suction, and IV fluids.
• Communicate with patients and families to explain care.
• Act as Paramedic team leader and manage the scene as needed.
• Drive the ambulance on 911 responses.
• Collaborate with allied health and public safety personnel.
• Participate in community programs to maintain AMR image and relations.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Missouri Paramedic certification

State Driver’s License

BLS

ACLS

PALS

Job description

PARAMEDIC

experience

We’re hiring

Located in Harrisonville, MO

Job Description

PARAMEDIC

$57,200.00 - $69,212.00 / year depending on experience

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

This is a full-time position in Cass County/Harrisonville.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Other Responsibilities

• Participate in community programs to maintain AMR image and establish strong community relations.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Missouri Paramedic certification or eligible for Kansas certification.
• State Driver’s License.
• BLS and ACLS required upon hire. PALS is preferred, but not required.
• Driving record compliant with company policy.
• Pass Physical Agility Test.
• Some work experience, preferably healthcare.

Why Choose AMR?

AMR 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.

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