Paramedic - Edward Ambulance Services

Edward Ambulance Services is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

The basic function of the Paramedic is to provide medical care and transportation for a patient at the Paramedic (EMT-P) level, within their scope of practice, as stipulated by Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) and the system Medical Director.

• Provide high quality care to patients in the transport environment under the direction of the Program Medical Director and the referring and/or receiving Physician in accordance with system policies, protocols, and standards of care.
• Autonomously evaluate critically ill or injured patients of all age groups (pediatric through adult), provide therapeutic intervention, emergency interventions, and preparation for transport.
• Collaborate with other members of the team, including drivers, coworkers, leadership, other healthcare partners and customers.
• Assess for and detect changes in the status of patients and demonstrate a proactive approach to solving patient and family problems.
• Plan, organize and position equipment and supplies for use in emergency conditions before, during and after transport.
• Maintain complete and accurate records, participate in quality assurance programs, perform data collection, and participate in any special projects.
• Maintain clinical proficiency across all aspects of the scope of practice including care of patients with neurological emergencies, cardiac emergencies, pediatric emergencies, obstetrical emergencies, traumatic emergencies, and any other patient populations.
• Perform all physical requirements of job in confined spaces and under adverse environmental conditions.
• Complete transports initiated within the time frame of the scheduled shift, understanding that completion of these transports might extend beyond normal work hours.
• Participation in all required didactic, clinical and lab education programs and maintenance of all required certifications and licenses.
• Complete and maintain currency in all areas of safety education as required by Edward Ambulance.
• Demonstrate effective communication skills with all external and internal customers, including patients and their families, hospital staff, the community, other Edward Ambulance staff and administration. Represents Edward Ambulance in a professional manner.

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• HS Diploma or GED
• IL State EMT-P certification
• Tested into or will test into Edward Hospital EMS System
• Valid Driver’s License & good driving record
• Consent to criminal background check
• Pass the pre-employment testing including a complete physical & lifting agility examination along with a successful interview

• ACLS Certification
• PHTLS/ BTLS Certification
• National Registry
• Field Experienc

• Competitive Compensation with Weekend Differential Bonus
• Progressive Call-Bonus Program
• 401(k)
• 401(k) Matching
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Scheduling for Students
• Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave
• Professional Development Assistance
• Referral Bonus Program
• Retirement Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• On-Site Continuing Education
• Uniform Allowance

Required

Education:

IDPH Certification

• Entry level

• Full-time

• Health Care Provider

• Hospitals and Health Care