Paramedic jobs in Springfield, IL

Paramedic provides emergency advanced life support care to patients who are ill and/or injured. Conducts patient assessment to determine the extent of an illness or injury and to establish and prioritize medical procedures to follow. Being a Paramedic performs life support procedures or administers oxygen. Dispenses antiseptic solution to prevent infection, starts and administers intravenous fluids. Additionally, Paramedic performs other emergency medical procedures needed to stabilize patient during transport. Provides an update on patient's condition and status of treatments when transferring to other medical personnel. May require registry in NREMT. Typically requires an associate degree in an accredited Paramedic program. Requires Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR). Requires Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - Basic. Typically reports to a manager. The Paramedic works independently within established procedures associated with the specific job function. Has gained proficiency in multiple competencies relevant to the job. To be a Paramedic typically requires 3-5 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Paramedic
  • Medics First
  • Springfield, IL OTHER
  • Job Details

    Job Location:    Medics First - Springfield, IL
    Position Type:    Full Time
    Salary Range:    Undisclosed

    Description

    JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for the delivery of basic and advanced life support as defined by the respective Departments of Public Health guidelines and any applicable system regulations. Will respond to emergency and non-emergency requests for assistance when required.

     

    EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: (This list may not include all the duties assigned.)

    1. Monitor all patients assigned to his/her care.
    2. Provide basic and advanced life support as necessary.
    3. Provide patients and their families with any assistance when requested.
    4. Assure the accuracy and completeness of all company and patient contact paperwork.
    5. Be responsible for all equipment and supplies as specified on company check-off sheets and inventory requirements.
    6. Maintain current Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic certification according to the provisions set forth by the governing licensure.
    7. Maintain professional appearance and attitude at all times.
    8. Promote a positive company image.
    9. Accepts other duties as assigned.

     

    Qualifications


    PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS:

    Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

     

    Knowledge of the professional pre-hospital theory and practice to give and evaluate patient care. Knowledge of organizational policies, regulations and procedures required to administer patient care. Mathematics and chemical knowledge necessary to perform calculations as required. Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care. Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment. Skill in applying and modifying the principles, methods and techniques of professional pre-hospital care. Skill in preparing and maintaining records, writing reports, and responding to correspondence. Skill in developing and maintaining quality assurance. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public, including communicative skills. Ability to maintain quality control standards. Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations. Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures. Ability to communicate clearly.

     

    1. Valid High School Diploma or equivalent.

     

    1. Valid respective Department of Public Health Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic Licensure and National Registry define by market, ACLS, BTLS.

     

    1. Valid State Driver's License.

     

    1. Must be able to report for duty when emergency staffing conditions occur (at most 20 hours per week).

     

    TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination. Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time. Frequently lifts and carries items weighing up to 100 pounds. Frequently requires movement of objects of all different weight categories. Requires corrective vision and hearing to normal range. Requires working under stressful conditions or working irregular hours. Requires some exposure to communicable diseases or bodily fluids. Requires working with equipment requiring voice, sight, and auditory capabilities (corrected) within normal range.

     

    TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Frequent exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medicinal preparations, inclement weather and other conditions common to a pre-hospital environment.

     

    ALTERNATIVE TO MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: None.

  • 10 Days Ago

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Flight Paramedic
  • Air Evac Lifeteam
  • Jacksonville, IL FULL_TIME
  • Job Description Flight Paramedic We’re hiring a Flight Paramedic to work with our team of air transportation experts to safely transport patients to and from medical facilities as well as scene call w...
  • 18 Days Ago

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Paramedic Basic
  • AMR
  • Decatur, IL CONTRACTOR
  • Job Description Paramedic IMMEDIATE HIRING! PARAMEDIC Opportunity $10K Sign On Bonus for Full Time hires! We’re hiring Paramedics that are passionate about delivering compassionate, high-quality servi...
  • 18 Days Ago

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Paramedic Basic
  • AMR
  • Shelbyville, IL CONTRACTOR
  • Job Description Paramedic IMMEDIATE HIRING! PARAMEDIC Opportunity We’re hiring Paramedics that are passionate about delivering compassionate, high-quality service and basic, as well as advanced, patie...
  • 19 Days Ago

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Paramedic Basic
  • Global Medical Response
  • Shelbyville, IL FULL_TIME
  • Paramedic IMMEDIATE HIRING! PARAMEDIC Opportunity We're hiring Paramedics that are passionate about delivering compassionate, high-quality service and basic, as well as advanced, patient care to our c...
  • 1 Day Ago

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PRN Paramedic
  • Medics First
  • Springfield, IL OTHER
  • Job Details Job Location: Medics First - Springfield, IL Position Type: Part-Time/PRN Salary Range: Undisclosed DescriptionJoin Medics First! Now hiring for PRN Paramedic positions in Springfield! Med...
  • 6 Days Ago

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FIREFIGHTER
  • City Of Jacksonville
  • Jacksonville, IL
  • JACKSONVILLE FIRE DEPARTMENT: ANNOUNCES FIREFIGHTER APPLICATION AND TEST DATES Online application packet will be availab...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Athletic Trainer (ATC) - Orthopedics
  • CARLE
  • Kenney, IL
  • Assesses, evaluates, and treats patients of all ages in the clinical setting. Serves as a role model in the delivery of ...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Physician Assistant Hospitalist Job near Springfield, Illinois
  • Hayman Daugherty Associates
  • Springfield, IL
  • Job Overview Central Illinois hospital needs full time Physician Assistant to join their hospitalist team. This is an em...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Athletic Trainer (ATC) - Orthopedics
  • CARLE
  • Forsyth, IL
  • Assesses, evaluates, and treats patients of all ages in the clinical setting. Serves as a role model in the delivery of ...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Athletic Trainer (ATC) - Orthopedics
  • CARLE
  • Decatur, IL
  • Assesses, evaluates, and treats patients of all ages in the clinical setting. Serves as a role model in the delivery of ...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Athletic Trainer (ATC) - Orthopedics
  • CARLE
  • Elwin, IL
  • Assesses, evaluates, and treats patients of all ages in the clinical setting. Serves as a role model in the delivery of ...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Athletic Trainer (ATC) - Orthopedics
  • CARLE
  • Maroa, IL
  • Assesses, evaluates, and treats patients of all ages in the clinical setting. Serves as a role model in the delivery of ...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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LPN - Orthopedics (Inpatient)
  • CARLE
  • Elwin, IL
  • When unit is full, LPN will work with RNs with highest acuity or will be paired with an RN who has a heavy patient load....
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

Springfield is the capital of the U.S. state of Illinois and the county seat of Sangamon County. The city's population of 116,250 as of the 2010 U.S. Census makes it the state's sixth most populous city. It is the largest city in central Illinois. As of 2013, the city's population was estimated to have increased to 117,006, with just over 211,700 residents living in the Springfield Metropolitan Statistical Area, which includes Sangamon County and the adjacent Menard County. Present-day Springfield was settled by European Americans in the late 1810s, around the time Illinois became a state. The...
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Income Estimation for Paramedic jobs
$41,946 to $51,960
Springfield, Illinois area prices
were up 1.3% from a year ago

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