Paramedic DeKalb

Superior Air-Ground Ambulance•DeKalb, IL

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About The Position

Superior Ambulance Service is hiring Paramedics at multiple locations in Illinois. The Paramedic provides medical care to sick and injured individuals within the scope of state EMS regulations and ensures safe transportation for emergency and scheduled medical transports. The role involves assessing patients, communicating their condition to other medical professionals, documenting patient care and billing information, and maintaining the ambulance. Compensation is $26.50–$35.00 per hour, based on years of experience and full-time scheduled templates.

Requirements

NREMT (National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians) certification or a current state license, or one pending.
Ability to provide medical care at the EMT or Paramedic level while safely transporting patients.
Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record.
Ability to safely operate a vehicle in daytime, nighttime, and inclement weather conditions.
Pass a pre-employment interview, physical and lifting examination, drug screen, and background check.
Attend company-provided training and driving course.

Responsibilities

Provide appropriate patient care in accordance with Paramedic training.
Safely transport patients and determine efficient routes using map reading and accurate recognition of street names, house numbers, and business addresses.
Assess patients and accurately convey their condition to other medical professionals.
Write accurate reports describing a patient's condition, medical history, and treatment provided.
Provide appropriate documentation for billing information.
Keep the vehicle sanitary and monitor fluid levels and gauges.