Paramedic
$61,204–$87,884 year
On-siteHart, Michigan, United States
Job Summary
Conduct emergency vehicle and patient care functions in accordance with federal, state, and local laws, statutes, and regulations. Participate in basic and advanced life support procedures during emergency medical response and transport. Examine patients, report medical conditions to emergency department personnel, and prepare detailed medical reports and invoices for runs. Assure the medic unit is stocked, clean, and in good running order at the start and end of each shift. Maintain stations in a neat, orderly fashion and report vehicle or equipment malfunctions to the Control Center. Perform routine maintenance checks on vehicles and equipment using the medic unit checklist. Full-time 24-hour shifts available with pay ranging from $61,204 to $87,884 annually, including a $2,000 sign-on bonus. Requires current Michigan Paramedic license, BLS CPR, ACLS, and trauma certifications.
Required Qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Must maintain a valid Michigan driver's license and a good driving record
- Must have a high school diploma or G.E.D.
- Must possess current Paramedic license issued by the state of Michigan
- Must pass local medical control authorization requirements
- Must possess current BLS CPR card
- Must obtain a trauma certification, such as PHTLS
- Must obtain a pediatric certification, such as EPC, PALS, or PEPP
- Must be certified and current ACLS
- Must be interviewed by Life EMS designee
- Must pass all Life EMS pre-employment requirements as outlined on the Conditional Offer of Employment
- Must possess Exceptional knowledge of emergency care procedures
- Must possess Exceptional knowledge of common physical illnesses, obvious symptoms, and appropriate medical terminology
- Must possess Exceptional knowledge of city streets and traffic regulations
- Must demonstrate the ability to think and act quickly in stressful situations
- Must have Considerable skill in the application of emergency care procedures and equipment
- Must be able to prepare detailed written reports
- Must be able to stand, walk, use hands and fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls
- Must be able to reach with hands and arms
- Must be able to climb stairs
- Must be able to balance
- Must be able to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
- Must be able to talk or hear
- Must have close vision
- Must have distance vision
- Must have color vision
- Must have peripheral vision
- Must have depth perception
- Must be able to adjust focus
- Must be able to sit and drive using frequent wrist motions and forward reaches
- Must be able to walk, climb stairs, carry medical equipment up to 70 lbs
- Must be able to push and pull wheelchairs while ascending or descending stairs with 130 pound patient
- Must be able to lift, push and pull stretcher to load and unload 150 pound patient (with assistance of one other Paramedic)
- Must be able to lift and transfer loads up to 150 pound (with assistance of one other Paramedic)
- Must be able to climb ladder and crawl
- Must be able to lift one end of stretcher weighing 105 lbs from chest to overhead (48�-66�)
- Must be able to wear particulate respirator
- Must be able to work shifts outside of requested availability including days, nights, weekends, or holidays
- Must be able to work full-time on 24-hour shifts
Desired Qualifications
- Must have a Critical Care license
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