Paramedic - St. Charles

Paramedicservices; Saint Charles (MO); On-site; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Paid Time Off

401(k) Retirement Plan

Health & Dental Insurance

Job summary

Paramedicservices is seeking dedicated paramedics in Saint Charles, Missouri, offering a vital role in delivering emergency medical care to the community. Successful candidates will respond to emergency calls, provide medical treatment, and maintain records with a focus on patient communication and safety.

This position includes competitive pay starting from $80,000 annually, along with comprehensive benefits such as Paid Time Off, retirement plans, and health insurance. Join a company that values compassion and professionalism.

Qualifications

• Must successfully complete a professional and criminal background check.
• Capable of passing pre-employment testing including Drug Screening.

Responsibilities

• Respond promptly to emergency calls and assess patient needs.
• Administer treatment following established protocols.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Participate in public education and training activities.

Skills

Emergency response

Medical treatment administration

Patient communication

Public education participation

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Current/Valid Illinois Driver’s License

Completion of Paramedic program

ACLS certification

PALS/PEPP certification

PHTLS/BTLS/ITLS certification

CPR Instructor certification

Job description

About Us

At Paramedic Services of Illinois, we are dedicated to providing compassionate and high-quality emergency medical care to our community. Our company culture is centered around the belief that every individual deserves prompt and professional medical attention delivered with empathy and respect.

Responsibilities

• Responding promptly to emergency calls and assessing the medical needs of patients.
• Administering appropriate medical treatment and interventions according to established protocols and guidelines.
• Demonstrates the ability to safely lift, transfer, and maneuver patients in and out of ambulances, facilities, residences, and other locations.
• Communicating effectively with patients, families, healthcare professionals and other emergency responders to ensure coordinated and efficient patient care.
• Completes and maintains accurate records and documentation with regard to transport, equipment inspection, supplies usage incidents, and other forms of documentation inherent in the operation.
• Demonstrates, by attendance and documentation, compliance with PSI and/or the Department of Health requirements for continuing education and licensure.
• Maintains a clean and complete uniform, personal hygiene, and professional, pleasant, and polite demeanor to all persons with whom the individual comes in contact while on duty.
• Inspect and promptly reports damage, deficiencies, safety issues or other problems with ambulances, company vehicles, equipment and supplies, or any other matters relevant to the safe, efficient and proper operation of the company; assists with vehicle and equipment maintenance and station maintenance.
• Participates in public education, public relations, public health safety programs, emergency medical service training, fire training, fire prevention activities, fire suppression, rescue, extrication, hazardous material situations, demonstrations, instructing, and any other activity that would benefit the company, its contracting communities, or the general public.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Current/Valid Illinois Driver’s License of proper classification
• Successful completion of a Paramedic program and maintain a current/valid Illinois Department of Public Health License
• Capable of completing continuing education and testing requirements in the system that you are assigned
• Successful completion of a professional and criminal background check
• Successfully pass pre-employment testing including a Fit for Duty Physical, Drug Screening, Agility and Lifting Evaluation
• ACLS
• PALS/PEPP
• PHTLS/BTLS/ITLS
• CPR Instructor

Benefits

• Competitive Pay - From $80,000 Annually
• Paid Time Off/Sick time
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Holiday Pay
• 24/48-Hour Shifts
• PPO Health & Dental Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Credit Union Membership
• Professional Liability Insurance
• Scheduled Performance Evaluations
• Flexible Benefits Plan (FSA)
• Short & Long Term Off-Duty Disability Insurance
• Aflac Insurance
• Service Award Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Bereavement Leave
• Switch Time Privileges
• Selective Tuition Reimbursement
• Reimbursement for State of Illinois EMS Relicensing Fee
• Uniforms Provided
• Retirement Award Program

Company Culture

At Paramedic Services of Illinois, our company culture is built on the foundation of compassion, professionalism, and teamwork. For over 50 years, we have been committed to creating a supportive and inclusive work environment where every team member is valued and respected. Our philosophy extends not only to our patients but also to our employees, who play a vital role in fulfilling our mission of providing exceptional emergency medical care to our communities.

Join our team at Paramedic Services of Illinois and be part of a company that truly cares about its employees and the communities we serve.