Paramedic - Located in Tucson, AZ

American Medical Response, Inc.; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

American Medical Response, Inc. in Tucson, AZ is seeking a Paramedic to provide advanced patient care on EMS calls. You will assess situations, operate defibrillators, monitor EKGs, administer IV fluids, and lead scenes with your team while coordinating with other public safety personnel.

The role requires State Paramedic License, State Driver's License, and compliance with BLS/ACLS/PALS and NREMT-Paramedic credentials; driving record must meet company policy.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assess each call situation to determine the best course of action while working with progressive Paramedic protocols.
• Utilize 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.

Skills

Paramedic

Patient care

Communication

Driving

Tools

Defibrillator

EKG monitor

IV therapy

Job description

Paramedic

$5,000 sign on bonus

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

Located in Tucson, AZ

More Information About This Job:

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.


• 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, PALS, NREMT-Paramedic


• Driving record compliant with company policy


• Pass Physical Agility Test


• Some work experience, preferably healthcare

Other Qualifications:

• Must be able to successfully pass Physical Agility Test


• Aptitudes required for work of this nature are good physical stamina, endurance, and body condition that would not be adversely affected by frequently having to walk, stand, lift, carry, and balance at times.


• Must be able to lift, drag, hoist, and carry different types of equipment and other objects.

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.

Check out our careers site benefits page to learn more about our benefit options.