Full-time EMT-Basic Peoria

Advanced Medical Transport•Peoria, IL

35d•$17 - $19

About The Position

Join Team AMT! Now hiring for full-time Basic EMT positions in the Peoria area! Advanced Medical Transport (AMT) is the premier provider of emergency and scheduled ambulance services in Central and Western Illinois, as well as parts of Iowa. AMT is a private, not-for-profit organization operated for community benefit. Our EMTs are responsible for caring for patients in emergency response situations, during interfacility transports, and during standby events. Peoria EMTs have the opportunity to work 10 or 12-hour shifts on BLS and/or ALS trucks. Shift schedules may also be available in Pekin and Chillicothe areas. Shift bid is done twice annually. Sign-on Bonus Available!!!

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
Current EMT license in Illinois
Current American Heart Association BLS CPR certification
Must possess a valid Illinois driver's license
Ability to bend, pull, push, and lift up to 100 pounds (subject to physical exam)
Ability to follow oral and written instructions
Demonstrated ability to implement clinical care in accordance with outlined policies and procedures
Ability to exercise sound judgment while working in a stressful environment

Nice To Haves

1 year of experience in an emergency care setting preferred

Responsibilities

Examine and evaluate patients to determine necessary care
Provide patients with emergency care by utilizing appropriate techniques and equipment
Document patient information, condition, and treatment
Maintain patient confidentiality and perform all care with respect for patient rights
Transport patients in accordance with outlined policies and procedures
Maintain a safe, clean, and well-stocked environment in accordance with company vehicle check-off sheets and inventory requirements.
Operate and drive an ambulance in conjunction with applicable safety policies and laws
Assist paramedics in all advanced life support situations
Maintain current certification(s) according to provisions set forth by the governing licensure
Maintain a professional appearance and attitude at all times
Present and promote a positive company image

Benefits

Sign-on Bonus Available!
403(b) account with 50% company match
Paid Time Off
Holiday Pay — six paid holidays each year: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day
Payroll Direct Deposit
Furnished Uniforms
Paid Continuing Education
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage, as well as flex-spending or HSA accounts
Disability
Life Insurance
Fitness Center Memberships