Paramedic (per diem)

Hartford HealthCare; Torrington (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Employee assistance programs

Paid time off

Health insurance packages

Access to advanced resources

Free parking

Job summary

Hartford HealthCare seeks a Paramedic in Torrington, Connecticut, to provide direct patient care within the emergency service area. Responsibilities include operating emergency vehicles, delivering Advanced Life Support (ALS) and Basic Life Support (BLS), and assessing patients efficiently during transport.

The ideal candidate possesses a CT Paramedic License, a High School Diploma, and three years of experience in busy 911 systems. Comprehensive benefits include tuition assistance, health insurance, and innovative resources.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of experience as a Paramedic in busy 911 systems.
• Successful completion of the Department of Transportation Paramedic Curriculum.
• Critical Care Paramedic or Flight Paramedic Certification within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct, effective patient care in ALS and BLS settings.
• Operate emergency vehicles safely during responses.
• Assess and manage patients swiftly while traveling to the hospital.

Skills

Advanced Life Support (ALS)

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Patient management

Emergency vehicle operation

Education

High School Diploma

CT Paramedic License

Job description

Location

Charlotte Hungerford Hospital (10115), Torrington, Connecticut.

Job Summary

The Paramedic will provide direct patient care within the Hospital Paramedic primary service area, operating emergency vehicles safely and applying Advanced Life Support (ALS) and Basic Life Support (BLS) skills to diverse patient groups.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct, effective patient care in ALS and BLS settings.
• Operate emergency vehicles safely during responses.
• Assess and manage patients swiftly while traveling to the hospital.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of protocols and guidelines.

Benefits

• Tuition assistance up to $5,250.00 per year after six months of employment and up to 40% tuition discounts with partnering institutions for colleagues and dependents.
• Employee assistance and wellness programs focused on mental health.
• Paid time off and health insurance packages.
• Access to advanced resources and state‑of‑the‑art equipment.
• Opportunities for community involvement.
• Free parking.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma.
• Successful completion of the Department of Transportation Paramedic Curriculum.
• Minimum three years of experience as a Paramedic in busy 911 systems.
• CT Paramedic License.
• Basic Life Support (BLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Critical Care Paramedic or Flight Paramedic Certification within one year of hire.

Preferred

• Critical Care Certification.
• Nationally Registered Paramedic.