Paramedic Basic

Global Medical Response • Arlington, TX

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About The Position

AMR is hiring full-time Paramedics to deliver compassionate, high-quality service and advanced patient care. Paramedics assess emergency situations, provide care using established protocols and medical equipment, communicate with patients and their loved ones, and help manage the scene and ambulance unit. The role also includes driving the ambulance on 911 responses, working with allied health and public safety personnel, and participating in community programs that support AMR’s image and community relationships.

AMR is part of Global Medical Response (GMR), whose teams provide medical care primarily through emergency and patient relocation services. GMR’s core behaviors are to keep care at the center, raise your hand, seek to understand, find a way together, and be accountable. Global Medical Response and its family of companies are equal opportunity employers, support veterans, and provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. Benefit options are described on the company’s careers site; specific benefits are not listed in this posting.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• State Paramedic License.
• State Driver’s License.
• BLS certification.
• ACLS certification.
• NREMT-Paramedic certification.
• Driving record compliant with company policy.
• Pass the Physical Agility Test.
• Some work experience; healthcare experience is preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Healthcare work experience.

Responsibilities

• Assess each call to determine the appropriate course of action while following Paramedic protocols.
• Use Paramedic skills, medical equipment, and procedures—including a defibrillator, EKG monitor, oxygen and suction devices, and intravenous fluids—to provide advanced medical care.
• Communicate with patients and their loved ones to provide information and reassurance about the care being given.
• Act as Paramedic team leader and take responsibility for scene and unit management as needed.
• Drive the ambulance on 911 responses.
• Work collaboratively and professionally with allied health and public safety personnel and fellow Paramedics.
• Participate in community programs to maintain AMR’s image and establish strong community relations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED