PARAMEDIC (TR/PRN SHIFT VARIES)

Riverside Healthcare • Bradley, IL

2d • $24 - $30

About The Position

As an Paramedic, you will provide advanced medical care. In this position, you will assess and treat patients in pre-hospital settings, utilizing advanced life support techniques and medications. This role demands excellent physical fitness, strong teamwork skills, and the ability to perform under high-pressure situations, all while delivering compassionate care to those in need. Essential Duties Respond promptly and safely to emergency calls as directed by the dispatcher, providing efficient and effective care to patients at the scene and during transport to healthcare facilities. Perform comprehensive patient assessments to determine the nature and severity of illness or injury and establish priorities for emergency care. Provide ALS procedures, including but not limited to advanced airway management, cardiac monitoring, intravenous (IV) therapy, medication administration, and trauma care. Administer appropriate medical treatments in accordance with protocols, standing orders, and medical direction. Work closely with other emergency medical personnel, law enforcement, fire departments, and hospital staff to ensure continuity of care. Effectively communicate with dispatch, other healthcare professionals, and receiving facilities to coordinate patient care and provide accurate information. Complete detailed and accurate patient care reports, including assessments, treatments provided, and patient responses, ensuring compliance with all documentation standards and regulations. Inspect and maintain medical equipment and the ambulance to ensure they are in proper working condition, clean, and fully stocked. Participate in continuous quality improvement (CQI) programs, training, and skill development to maintain a high standard of care. Interact professionally and compassionately with patients, their families, and the general public, demonstrating a commitment to customer service and patient advocacy. Promotes a positive attitude towards their job and promotes positive teamwork with peers. Demonstrates flexibility with assignments within professional scope/duties/licensure. This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties. Our Commitment to You: Riverside Healthcare offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and nationally rated employee well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so your journey at and away from work is remarkable. Our Total Rewards package includes: Compensation Base compensation within the position’s pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training Premium pay such as shift differential, on-call Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits - .5 to 1.0 FTE Paid Time Off programs Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs Educational Assistance Program Benefits - .001 to .49 FTE: Paid Leave Hours accrued as you work

Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 100 pounds
• Must be able to perform job duties in all weather conditions and at any time of day or night.
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid Paramedic certification by the Illinois Department of Health or National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT)
• As of 9/22/2025, staff must obtain a valid Illinois Class C drivers license within 30 days of this date or of hire
• 18 years of age to meet insurability in Riversides vehicle insurance program
• Valid BLS certification

Nice To Haves

• Strong communication, critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills; ability to remain calm and effective under pressure.
• Proficiency in advanced medical equipment and technology used in emergency medical care.
• Associates degree
• Certificate in Pediatric Advanced Life Support
• Certificate in Advanced Cardiac Life Support
• Certificate in Pre-hospital Trauma Life Support

Responsibilities

• Respond promptly and safely to emergency calls as directed by the dispatcher, providing efficient and effective care to patients at the scene and during transport to healthcare facilities.
• Perform comprehensive patient assessments to determine the nature and severity of illness or injury and establish priorities for emergency care.
• Provide ALS procedures, including but not limited to advanced airway management, cardiac monitoring, intravenous (IV) therapy, medication administration, and trauma care.
• Administer appropriate medical treatments in accordance with protocols, standing orders, and medical direction.
• Work closely with other emergency medical personnel, law enforcement, fire departments, and hospital staff to ensure continuity of care.
• Effectively communicate with dispatch, other healthcare professionals, and receiving facilities to coordinate patient care and provide accurate information.
• Complete detailed and accurate patient care reports, including assessments, treatments provided, and patient responses, ensuring compliance with all documentation standards and regulations.
• Inspect and maintain medical equipment and the ambulance to ensure they are in proper working condition, clean, and fully stocked.
• Participate in continuous quality improvement (CQI) programs, training, and skill development to maintain a high standard of care.
• Interact professionally and compassionately with patients, their families, and the general public, demonstrating a commitment to customer service and patient advocacy.
• Promotes a positive attitude towards their job and promotes positive teamwork with peers.
• Demonstrates flexibility with assignments within professional scope/duties/licensure.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program
• Paid Leave Hours accrued as you work

What This Job Offers

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