Illinois EMT Class Waitlist

Superior Air-Ground Ambulance • New York, NY

4d • Onsite

About The Position

History of the Company: Superior Ambulance Service started in 1959 with one ambulance and today is the largest independent, locally owned, and operated emergency medical services provider in the Midwest. Superior employs more than 3,500 licensed EMTs, Paramedics and Nurses, operating a fleet of more than 800 ambulances throughout Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Michigan, and Wisconsin. Superior also provides Critical Care, helicopter, and fixed wing emergency medical transportation. We are looking for highly motivated and self-driven candidates to join the EMS Industry. We are offering an on-site 18 week EMT Student Program that will educate students and prepare them to challenge the National Registry Exam and become an Illinois Licensed EMT. All materials are covered by Superior Ambulance Service (SAS). Upon receiving their Illinois EMT licensure, the student will be hired as a full time employee and be required to complete a [15 months] commitment of continuous full time employment. There is NO cost for the selected students to attend the class unless they are unable to complete the one year of employment after licensure. Our 280 hour class will provide hands on training that will assist prospective candidates with obtaining their National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) and state licenses. Within this 3-4 month course you will learn skills related but not limited to Emergency Medical Services (EMS) vehicle operations, airway management, cardiac emergencies, pharmacology, pediatrics, trauma, and obstetrics.

Requirements

• Possess a valid unrestricted driver's license, satisfactory driving record, and able to safely operate a vehicle in various conditions, including daytime, nighttime and inclement weather.
• 18 years or older.
• High School diploma or GED.
• Satisfactorily meet company Physical Assessment/Lift/Drug Screening (Must be able to lift 137.5 lbs).

Nice To Haves

• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work cooperatively with other employees and medical agencies to provide the highest level of patient care.
• Ability to read and interpret all required documents and write required reports and correspondence.
• Other qualifications/certifications specific to the local operation and/or contract requirements.
• Past training in healthcare related fields, or Military experience is welcomed but not necessary.
• Admission will be approved based on passing an entrance assessment.

Responsibilities

• This is a waitlist for the Illinois EMT Classes - upon successful completion of the pre-screening process, you may have the opporutnity to be enrolled in EMT Class.
• EMT Certification Program (approximately 18 weeks, 2 weekdays per week, daytime classes) that will educate and prepare you to successfully complete the National Registry Exam to become a licensed EMT.
• Direct employment is provided by Superior Ambulance after successful completion of the class and passing the national exam.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees