Paramedic

Company: Lifeline Ambulance Illinois
Location: Skokie
Posted on: May 5, 2025

Job Description:

UPDATED PAY SCALE!!The Paramedic opportunity:LifeLine is looking to hire multiple Paramedics in response to our rapidly growing call volume. Paramedics respond to emergency calls, performing medical services and transporting patients to medical facilities and continue to give care as necessary during the transport of the patient to the hospital. Peoples lives often depend on their quick reaction and competent care. Paramedics must be able to maintain their composure in extremely stressful situations in order to assess medical situations and perform emergency lifesaving procedures.Responsibilities:Provide pre-hospital patient care as outlined in Region XI CNEMS Standing Medical Orders.Respond to emergency medical calls for assistance and provide care that coincides with the Region XI Standing Medical Orders and level of training. Non-emergency calls may be fielded by Paramedic teams depending on call volume.Assess a patients condition and determine a course of treatmentAdminister medications as outlined in Region XI CNEMS Standing Medical OrdersPerform advanced life support measures as outlined in Region XI CNEMS Standing Medical OrdersMentor EMTs that are students in paramedic school (requires 1 year of Paramedic experience and/or Preceptor certification).RequirementsWhat you need to succeed:Illinois Department of Public Health Licensure as a ParamedicCurrent CPR cardMust successfully pass Region XI CNEMS Paramedic System Entry processMust be 18 years of age or older.High School Diploma or GED.Valid Drivers License with a good driving recordConsent to a criminal background checkMust be available for up to 4 day orientation classAbility to lift/push/pull at least 150+ lbs.Preferred:ACLS CertificatePHTLS CertificateITLS CertificateWhat we offer:Competitive Pay, PTO, overtime opportunitiesA variety of elective benefits including Medical, dental, and Vision insurance, and 401KTuition reimbursementOn-site continuing educationFamily culture based on open communicationEMS career advisersLifeLine is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating and maintaining a diverse workforce: Minorities/Females/ Disabled/Veterans.IND123by Jobble

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