SkillBridge Paramedic - West Region

GLOBAL MEDICAL RESPONSE • Colorado Springs, CO

53d • Remote

About The Position

Paramedic Military Fellowship (Multiple Locations) MUST BE ACTIVE-DUTY MILITARY TO QUALIFY Not active-duty military? You can view related open roles here: Paramedic/Flight Paramedic: Paramedic Careers Global Medical Response (GMR) is proud to be an authorized provider of the DOD SkillBridge program, offering Service Members the opportunity to gain valuable civilian work experience in the medical response industry through training and internships. Under the SkillBridge program, GMR hosts active-duty U.S. Military members for skilled employment training during the final six months of their active-duty obligated service. The SkillBridge Program with GMR will run for up to 180-days. We're hiring Paramedics for our DOD SkillBridge Program that are passionate about delivering compassionate, high-quality service and advanced patient care to our customers.

Requirements

• Current Active-Duty Service Member
• Meets DoD SkillBridge Qualifications
• Available to participate 90-days.
• Obtain approval from your unit commander and agree that participation in SkillBridge can be terminated at any time by the Service if mission requirements dictate.
• Work remotely in the continental US
• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• State Driver's License
• National or State PARAMEDIC Certification (as Applicable)
• CPR Certification
• PALS Certification
• PHTLS or ITLS Certification
• Pass Physical Ability Test
• Driving Record in Compliance with Company Policy

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 GMR image and establish strong community relations.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees