Paramedic: Rapid Life-Saving Care & Advanced EMS

Medics First; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) with company match (50%)

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Payroll Direct Deposit

Furnished Uniforms

Paid Continuing Education

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Medical, dental, vision, and Rx, plusF

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Fitness Center Memberships

Job summary

Medics First is seeking a qualified Paramedic to respond to emergency and non-emergency requests and deliver basic to advanced life support in accordance with Department of Public Health guidelines.

The role requires maintaining EMT-Paramedic licensure and National Registry, supervising equipment, and ensuring thorough documentation while upholding a professional image and company standards.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of professional pre-hospital theory and practice to give and evaluate patient care.
• Knowledge of organizational policies, regulations and procedures required to administer patient care.
• Mathematics and chemical knowledge necessary to perform calculations as required.
• Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care.

Responsibilities

• Monitor all patients assigned to care.
• Provide basic and advanced life support as necessary.
• Provide patients and families with assistance when requested.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of all company and patient contact paperwork.
• Be responsible for all equipment and supplies as specified on company check-off sheets and inventory requirements.
• Maintain EMT-Paramedic certification according to governing licensure.
• Maintain professional appearance and attitude at all times.
• Promote a positive company image.

Skills

Calm under pressure

Clear communication

Record-keeping

Team collaboration

Emergency response

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

EMT-Paramedic licensure (Dept. of Public Health)

National Registry certification

Job description

Medics First is seeking a qualified Paramedic to respond to emergency and non-emergency requests and deliver basic to advanced life support in accordance with Department of Public Health guidelines.

The role requires maintaining EMT-Paramedic licensure and National Registry, supervising equipment, and ensuring thorough documentation while upholding a professional image and company standards.