Paramedic Basic - Santa Cruz County at AMR summary:
As a Paramedic Basic in Santa Cruz County, you will provide both basic and advanced patient care during emergency situations, utilizing medical equipment and protocols to ensure high-quality service. Responsibilities include assessing each call, driving the ambulance, and leading the paramedic team while collaborating with public safety personnel. With opportunities for ongoing education and community engagement, this role is integral to delivering compassionate emergency medical care.
Job Description:
SANTA CRUZ COUNTY, CA
*SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE FOR A LIMITED TIME*
We’re hiring Paramedics that are passionate about delivering compassionate, high-quality service and basic as well as advanced patient care to our customers.
Do you have a desire to continue your education?
Looking to improve your skills and knowledge?
We offer sponsorships, educational scholarships, and tuition reimbursement opportunities.
Responsibilities:
- Assess each call situation to determine the best course of action while working with progressive Paramedic protocols.
- Utilize your Paramedic skills on medical equipment and procedures including defibrillator, EKG monitor, oxygen and suction devices, and intravenous fluids to provide advanced medical care.
- Communicate with patients and loved ones to provide information and assurance that care is being given.
- Act as Paramedic team leader and take responsibility for the scene and unit management as needed.
- Drive the ambulance on 911 responses.
- Work collaboratively and in a professional manner with all allied health and public safety personnel as well as your fellow Paramedics.
Other Responsibilities:
- Participate in community programs to maintain AMR image and establish strong community relations.
Minimum?Required Qualifications: *PLEASE UPLOAD ALL ACTIVE CERTICATIONS AND LICENSES WITH COLORED PHOTOS*
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
- Active CA State Paramedic License
- CA State Driver’s License
- CA Ambulance Driver's License
- Medical Examiners Certificate
- BLS, ACLS, PALS OR PEPP, BTLS OR PHTLS
- Driving record in compliance with company policy
- Pass Physical Agility Test (PAT)
- Some work experience, preferably in healthcare
Why Choose AMR? AMR is one of Global Medical Response’s (GMR) family of solutions. Our GMR teams deliver compassionate, quality medical care, primarily in the areas of emergency and patient relocation services. View the stories on how our employees provide care to the world at www.AtaMomentsNotice.com. Learn how our values are at the core of our services and vital to how we approach care, and check out our comprehensive benefit options at GlobalMedicalResponse.com/Careers.
*Some restrictions apply – your recruiter will share more information upon receiving your application
EEO Statement:
Global Medical Response and its family of companies are an Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes supporting veterans and providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with a disability.
More Information about this Job:
Check out our careers site benefits page to learn more about our comprehensive benefit options, which include medical, vision, dental, 401k, disability, FSA, HSA, EAP, vacation and paid time off: benefits page
Salary Range: $37.04/hr - $55.95/hr depending on experience (DOE) (This rate applies to 12-hour shift averaging 42 a week)
*Salary varies depending on shift type, please inquire within for different shifts.
This position is bonus eligible.
Keywords:
Paramedic, Emergency Medical Services, Patient Care, Advanced Medical Care, Ambulance Driver, Healthcare, Emergency Response, Community Programs, Medical Equipment, Compassionate Care