Paramedic - Located in Benton, IL

About the role

AMR is hiring Paramedics that are passionate about delivering compassionate, high-quality service and advanced patient care to our customers. This is a part-time opportunity in Benton, IL.

Responsibilities

• Assess each call situation to determine the best course of action while working with progressive Paramedic protocols
• Utilize your Paramedic skills on medical equipment and procedures including defibrillator, EKG monitor, oxygen and suction devices, and intravenous fluids to provide advanced medical care
• Communicate with patients and loved ones to provide information and assurance that care is being given
• Act as Paramedic team leader and take responsibility for the scene and unit management as needed
• Drive the ambulance on 911 responses
• Work collaboratively and in a professional manner with all allied health and public safety personnel as well as your fellow Paramedics
• Participate in community programs to maintain AMR image and establish strong community relations

Minimum Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• State Paramedic License
• State Driver's License
• BLS, ACLS, NREMT-Paramedic
• Driving record compliant with company policy
• Pass Physical Agility Test
• Some work experience, preferably healthcare

Pay

Starting compensation: $24.58+ per hour or $66,464 annually for full-time Paramedics (based on local schedule, which is a 24/48 and equates to 2,496 annual work hours). $5K sign-on bonus for full-time Paramedics.