Paramedic

About the role

Paramedics provide medical care to emergency and non-emergency patients and maintain positive working relationships with all customer groups and agencies.

Responsibilities

- Restore and promote patient health through life support and transport of sick and injured persons. - Work effectively with a variety of people. - Respond quickly with strong assessment skills. - Remain calm in stressful situations. - Possess a caring, compassionate manner and professional demeanor. - Maintain current certifications and adhere to safety protocols.

Requirements

- High school diploma or equivalent. - Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record. - Minimum age of 19. - Physically fit and able to pass a physical examination. - Pass a pre-employment drug screening. - Arkansas State Paramedic Certification. - National Registry Paramedic license. - American Heart BLS Level C (obtainable after hire on-site). - ACLS (obtainable after hire on-site).

Qualifications

- Knowledge of pre-hospital emergency medical protocols, procedures, and treatments. - Familiarity with the service area and ability to navigate effectively. - At least 1 year experience in EMS. - Current Arkansas certification and National registration. - Certifications in American Heart BLS Level C and ACLS.

Skills

- Knowledge of pre-hospital emergency medical protocols, procedures, and treatments. - Familiarity with the service area and ability to navigate effectively. - Ability to work effectively with a variety of people. - Strong assessment skills and the ability to respond quickly. - Caring, compassionate manner with all patients. - Professional demeanor and desire to work cooperatively with other first responders. - Current Arkansas certification and National registration. - Certifications in American Heart BLS Level C and ACLS. - At least 1 year experience in EMS.

Benefits

Starting salary of $54,912 for a metro 12 hr shift + depending on experience. Full benefit package includes retirement plan with generous match. The hourly rate varies based on assigned shifts. MEMS provides higher pay with experience.

Pay

Starting salary of $54,912 for a metro 12 hr shift + depending on experience. Full benefit package includes retirement plan with generous match. The hourly rate varies based on assigned shifts. MEMS provides higher pay with experience.

Schedule

Coverage around the clock, seven days per week. Most schedules include 12- or 24-hour shifts on a regularly rotating basis; other shift options may also be available.

Physical Demands

Physical demands include walking, climbing, kneeling, bending, running, and frequent lifting of 110+ pounds. Accurate hearing ability and vision that can be corrected to 20/40 are required. Respirator use may occasionally be required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

MEMS is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.