Paramedic - Franklin County, Illinois Job Listing at American Medical Response in Benton, IL

Healthcare

Job Title: Paramedic       Location:  Franklin County, IL  Reports To: Operations Supervisor       

Department: Operations         Shift: Part Time   FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

 

SUMMARY: The mission and purpose this position is to compassionately deliver high-quality service and basic, as well as advanced patient care in a professional, caring and cost-effective manner.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

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  Assess each call situation to determine best course of action and appropriate protocol.


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  Utilize medical equipment and procedures including defibrillator, EKG monitor, oxygen and suction devices, intravenous fluids, CPR and other procedures and medications as required to provide advanced medical care.


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  Develop and utilize triage skills to provide optimal efficiency during calls.


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  Provide patient care according to clinical protocols and safety requirements.


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  Lift and move patients as required to provide optimum care.


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  Communicate with receiving facility to receive medical direction and to provide critical information.  


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  Other duties as defined by the formal job description

Requirements

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  State of Illinois EMT-P license


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  Valid CPR Certification


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  Valid ACLS Certification


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  Valid PALS Certification


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  Valid ITLS/PHTLS Certification


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  Valid Driver License


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  NIMS 100, 200, 700,  800


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  12 Lead Training (Preferred)


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  Vent Training (Preferred)

Abbott Ambulance, Inc. is an EEO/APP Employer