Paramedic - Portland

AMR; Lake Oswego (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 in Lake Oswego, Oregon is seeking Paramedics to provide compassionate, high-quality patient care on both basic and advanced medical calls.

Responsibilities include initial assessment, use of defibrillator and monitoring equipment, IV therapy, and leading on-scene operations; you will drive the ambulance on 911 responses and coordinate with other health and public safety teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum education: high school diploma or equivalent and current paramedic license.
• Trauma certification such as PHTLS or equivalent required.
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NREMT-Paramedic certifications preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record per policy.
• Pass Physical Agility Test to qualify.
• Healthcare experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assess each call to determine best course of action per progressive paramedic protocols.
• Utilize paramedic skills with defibrillator, EKG monitor, oxygen, suction, IV fluids.
• Communicate with patients and families 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.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (GED)

State Paramedic License

PHTLS or trauma certification

State Driver’s License

BLS

ACLS

NREMT-Paramedic

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.