• Paramedic

    Superior Ambulance Service (Joliet, IL)


    Overview

     

    Superior Ambulance Service

     

    Openings in multiple locations: Elmhurst, Oak Lawn, Markham, Chicago (Illinois Medical District & Chicago North), Des Plaines, Green Oaks, Schaumburg, Aurora, Elgin, Cary, Joliet, Evanston, Rockford, Grayslake

     

    History of the Company: Superior Ambulance Service started in 1959 with one ambulance and today is the largest independent, locally owned, and operated emergency medical services provider in the Midwest. Superior employs more than 2,500 licensed EMTs, Paramedics and Nurses, operating a fleet of more than 500 ambulances throughout Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Michigan, and Wisconsin. Superior also provides Critical Care, helicopter, and fixed wing emergency medical transportation.

     

    EMTs and Paramedics provide safe transportation and quality medical care to sick and injured individuals within the scope of state EMS regulations. Superior provides the highest quality care in emergencies and scheduled medical transports.

    Responsibilities

    The primary duties and responsibilities of the Paramedic consist of, but are not limited to the following:

    + P rovide appropriate patient care as stipulated in their training as an Paramedic .

    + P rovide safe transportation, to include accurately discerning street names through map reading, the ability to correctly distinguish house numbers, and addresses of business locations, in the most expedient manner, are essential.

    + A ppropriately assess a patient and accurately convey the condition to other medical professionals.

    + P rovide an accurate written report describing a patient's condition, medical history, and the treatment provided.

    + P rovide appropriate documentation for billing information.

    + M aintain the vehicle in sanitary condition, in addition to monitoring all fluid levels and gauges.

    Qualifications

    + NREMT (National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians) or current state license (or pending).

    + Ability to provide - medical care, at the EMT or Paramedic level, while safely transporting patients.

    + Possess a valid driver’s license, satisfactory driving record and must be able to safely operate a vehicle in various conditions, including daytime, nighttime and inclement weather.

    + Pass a pre-employment interview including a physical and lifting examination, drug screen, and background check.

    + Attend company provided training and driving course.

    Benefits :

    + Flexible scheduling

    + Competitive compensation

    + Immediate EMT / Paramedic job placement

    + Multiple station locations with the ability to transfer - throughout the company

    + Opportunity to work overtime

    + Health/dental/life insurance

    + Tuition reimbursement

    + Opportunity for Career Growth

     

    Check out our career site benefits page to learn about our comprehensive benefits options that include medical, vision, dental, 401k, disability, FSA, HSA, vacation and paid time off here: Benefits page

     

    Superior Ambulance Service is committed to attracting and retaining the best talent. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. M/F/D/V

     

    Salary Range

     

    USD $24.50 - USD $32.50 /Hr. rates offered based on years of experience and full time scheduled templates