Paramedic - Portland

AMR; Oregon; 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 Oregon is seeking Paramedics passionate about delivering compassionate, high-quality emergency medical care to our customers. Salary ranges from $73,394.83 to $112,102.00 depending on experience.

Responsibilities include assessing calls, applying advanced Paramedic protocols, operating defibrillators and monitors, and driving ambulances on 911 responses. AMR emphasizes teamwork with public safety and healthcare colleagues and offers robust benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• State Paramedic License required.
• PHTLS or trauma certification required.
• BLS/ACLS/NREMT-Paramedic certifications listed as required or preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess each call and determine best action with progressive Paramedic protocols.
• Use medical equipment (defibrillator, EKG monitor, oxygen, suction) for advanced care.
• Communicate with patients and loved ones to provide information and assurance.
• Act as Paramedic team leader and manage scene and unit as needed.
• Drive the ambulance on 911 responses.
• Collaborate professionally with allied health and public safety personnel.

Skills

Equipment use

Emergency care

Communication

Team leadership

Patient assessment

Education

High school diploma or GED

State Paramedic License

PHTLS/trauma certification

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’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.