Paramedic - Portland

AMR; Beaverton (OR); On-site; USD 73,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Shift Differentials

Enhanced Holiday Pay

Paid Training

Paid Wellness Days

Generous PTO Accruals

Job summary

AMR is seeking Paramedics to provide high-quality emergency medical care and patient transport. Responsibilities include assessing calls, leading scenes, and operating ambulances on 911 responses, with an emphasis on compassionate, patient-centered service.

Qualified candidates will hold a State Paramedic License and related certifications, with experience in advanced life support and trauma care. Compensation reflects experience, with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for training.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid State Paramedic License and PHTLS or trauma cert.
• Driver’s license in good standing and clean driving record.
• BLS, ACLS, and NREMT-Paramedic certification preferred.
• Able to pass physical agility test and provide healthcare experience.

Responsibilities

• Assess each call to determine the best course of action using progressive Paramedic protocols.
• Apply Paramedic skills with equipment including defibrillator, EKG monitor, oxygen, suction, and IV fluids.
• Communicate with patients and loved ones to provide information and reassurance.
• 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 and fellow Paramedics.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication with patients

Education

High school diploma or GED

State Paramedic License

PHTLS or trauma certification

State Driver’s License

BLS ACLS NREMT-Paramedic

Tools

Defibrillator

EKG monitor

Oxygen equipment

Suction devices

Intravenous fluids

Job description

Job Description: Salary Range: $73,394.83 - $112,102.00 depending on experience

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

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 QUALIFICATIONS

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

INCLUDED BENEFITS

• Paid Shift Differentials
• Enhanced Holiday Pay
• Paid Training
• Paid Wellness Days
• Generous PTO Accruals

Why Choose AMR?

AMR is one of Global Medical Response (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.