Paramedic

DescriptionJoin Team AMT! Now hiring for full-time 24 hour Paramedic positions in Danville!

Advanced Medical Transport of Eastern Illinois (AMT East) is the premier provider of emergency and scheduled ambulance services in Central and Western Illinois, as well as parts of Iowa. AMT East is a private, not-for-profit organization operated for community benefit.

Our Paramedic team members are responsible for caring for patients in emergency response situations, during interfacility transports, and during standby events. Paramedics at AMT work 12 or 24 hour shifts in the Danville and the surrounding areas. Part-time staff is expected to work at least 24 hours each month to remain in good standing.

Job Duties:

Examine and evaluate patients to determine necessary care

Provide advanced life support when needed

Provide patients with emergency care by utilizing appropriate techniques and equipment

Document patient information, condition, and treatment

Maintain patient confidentiality and perform all care with respect for patient rights

Transport patients in accordance with outlined policies and procedures

Maintain a safe, clean, and well-stocked environment in accordance with company vehicle check-off sheets and inventory requirements.

Operate and drive an ambulance in conjunction with applicable safety policies and laws

Maintain current certification(s) according to provisions set forth by the governing licensure

Maintain a professional appearance and attitude at all times

Present and promote a positive company image

Advanced Medical Transport provides competitive benefits:

403(b) account with 50% company match
Paid Time Off
Holiday Pay — six paid holidays each year: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day
Payroll Direct Deposit
Furnished Uniforms
Paid Continuing Education
Tuition Reimbursement
Sign-on Bonuses for Clinical positions
Employee Assistance Program
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage, as well as flex-spending or HSA accounts
Disability
Life Insurance
Fitness Center Memberships

QualificationsRequirements:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required

Current Paramedic license in Illinois

Current American Heart Association BLS CPR certification

Must possess a valid Illinois driver's license

ACLS, BTLS, and PALS certification or ability to obtain; instruction provided by AMT if not currently certified

Ability to bend, pull, push, and lift up to 100 pounds (subject to physical exam)

Ability to follow oral and written instructions

Demonstrated ability to implement clinical care in accordance with outlined policies and procedures

Ability to exercise sound judgment while working in a stressful environment