Travel/Contract - Paramedic - Up to $45/HR!

ConnectedHealth; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay up to $45/hr

13-week assignment

Two 24-hour shifts per week (48 hrs)

Day/Night coverage

Professional growth in emergency care

Dedicated recruiter support

Meaningful patient care impact

Job summary

ConnectedHealth seeks a Travel Paramedic for a 13-week contract near Mount Carmel, IL. You will perform advanced life support in county and hospital EMS settings, responding to 911 calls and stabilizing patients for transport.

The role requires an accredited Paramedic program completion, an Illinois Paramedic License (or eligibility), and current BLS/ACLS (PALS preferred). Expect two 24-hour shifts weekly, with competitive hourly pay and ongoing professional growth in emergency care.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Paramedic education program.
• Current Illinois Paramedic License or eligibility to obtain Illinois licensure before assignment.
• Current BLS certification.
• Current ACLS certification.
• Valid drivers license and ability to meet applicable ambulance operation requirements.
• Ability to work independently, demonstrate sound clinical judgment, and respond effectively to high-pressure emergency situations.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and critical-thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Respond to 911 emergency calls and provide advanced prehospital emergency medical care in county and hospital-based EMS settings.
• Perform comprehensive patient assessments, identify life-threatening conditions, and initiate appropriate emergency interventions.
• Administer medications, establish IV/IO access, and perform advanced airway management according to established EMS protocols.
• Provide advanced cardiac life support, including ECG interpretation, cardiac monitoring, and defibrillation when indicated.
• Stabilize and transport critically ill or injured patients to appropriate medical facilities.
• Collaborate with emergency department physicians, nurses, dispatchers, and other first responders to coordinate patient care.
• Safely operate emergency medical equipment and assist with ambulance operations.
• Complete accurate patient care reports (PCRs) and maintain thorough documentation of assessments, treatments, and patient outcomes.
• Assist with interfacility transfers and emergency patient transport as assigned.
• Maintain readiness of ambulances, medical supplies, medications, and emergency equipment.
• Follow all applicable EMS protocols, safety regulations, infection control procedures, and patient confidentiality standards.

Skills

Paramedic

Independent work

Clinical judgment

Communication

Teamwork

Critical thinking

Education

Illinois Paramedic License

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

PALS Certification

Job description

A leading healthcare recruitment and staffing firm is hiring a Travel Paramedic for a 13-week contract near Mount Carmel, Illinois. The role involves providing advanced life support in county and hospital-based EMS settings. Candidates will work two 24-hour shifts per week with competitive pay up to $45 per hour.

Key Responsibilities:

• Respond to 911 emergency calls and provide advanced prehospital emergency medical care in county and hospital-based EMS settings.

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments, identify life-threatening conditions, and initiate appropriate emergency interventions.

• Administer medications, establish IV/IO access, and perform advanced airway management according to established EMS protocols.

• Provide advanced cardiac life support, including ECG interpretation, cardiac monitoring, and defibrillation when indicated.

• Stabilize and transport critically ill or injured patients to appropriate medical facilities.

• Collaborate with emergency department physicians, nurses, dispatchers, and other first responders to coordinate patient care.

• Safely operate emergency medical equipment and assist with ambulance operations.

• Complete accurate patient care reports (PCRs) and maintain thorough documentation of assessments, treatments, and patient outcomes.

• Assist with interfacility transfers and emergency patient transport as assigned.

• Maintain readiness of ambulances, medical supplies, medications, and emergency equipment.

• Follow all applicable EMS protocols, safety regulations, infection control procedures, and patient confidentiality standards.

Qualifications:

• Completion of an accredited Paramedic education program.

• Current Illinois Paramedic License or eligibility to obtain Illinois licensure before assignment.

• Current BLS certification.

• Current ACLS certification.

• Valid driver's license and ability to meet applicable ambulance operation requirements.

• Ability to work independently, demonstrate sound clinical judgment, and respond effectively to high-pressure emergency situations.

• Strong communication, teamwork, and critical-thinking skills.

Preferred Skills:

• Current PALS certification

• Current NREMT Paramedic Certification

• Minimum 1-2 years of recent Paramedic experience

• Previous experience in 911 emergency response, rural EMS, county EMS, or hospital-based ambulance services

Benefits:

• Competitive pay up to $45 per hour

• 13-week travel assignment

• Consistent scheduling of two 24-hour shifts per week, totaling 48 scheduled hours

• Day/night coverage opportunity

• Professional growth in advanced life support and emergency response skills

• Dedicated recruiter support

• Meaningful patient care impact

You hold an Illinois Paramedic license and certifications. You have 1-2 years of advanced EMS experience. You can handle 24-hour shifts and emergency response