Paramedic; Tr​/Prn Shift Varies

Position: PARAMEDIC (TR/PRN SHIFT VARIES)

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Overview

As an Paramedic, you will provide advanced medical care. In this position, you will assess and treat patients in pre-hospital settings, utilizing advanced life support techniques and medications. This role demands excellent physical fitness, strong teamwork skills, and the ability to perform under high-pressure situations, all while delivering compassionate care to those in need.

Responsibilities

• Respond promptly and safely to emergency calls as directed by the dispatcher, providing efficient and effective care to patients at the scene and during transport to healthcare facilities.
• Perform comprehensive patient assessments to determine the nature and severity of illness or injury and establish priorities for emergency care.
• Provide ALS procedures, including but not limited to advanced airway management, cardiac monitoring, intravenous (IV) therapy, medication administration, and trauma care.
• Administer appropriate medical treatments in accordance with protocols, standing orders, and medical direction.
• Work closely with other emergency medical personnel, law enforcement, fire departments, and hospital staff to ensure continuity of care.
• Effectively communicate with dispatch, other healthcare professionals, and receiving facilities to coordinate patient care and provide accurate information.
• Complete detailed and accurate patient care reports, including assessments, treatments provided, and patient responses, ensuring compliance with all documentation standards and regulations.
• Inspect and maintain medical equipment and the ambulance to ensure they are in proper working condition, clean, and fully stocked.
• Participate in continuous quality improvement (CQI) programs, training, and skill development to maintain a high standard of care.
• Interact professionally and compassionately with patients, their families, and the general public, a commitment to customer service and patient advocacy.
• Promotes a positive attitude towards their job and promotes positive teamwork with peers.
• Demonstrates flexibility with assignments within professional scope/duties/licensure.

Required Experience

• Ability to lift and carry up to 100 pounds
• Must be able to perform job duties in all weather conditions and at any time of day or night.

Preferred Experience

• Strong communication, critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills; ability to remain calm and effective under pressure.
• Proficiency in advanced medical equipment and technology used in emergency medical care.

Required Licensure/Education

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid Paramedic certification by the Illinois Department of Health or National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT)
• As of 9/22/2025, staff must obtain a valid Illinois Class C drivers license within 30 days of this date or of hire
• 18 years of age to meet insurability in Riverside vehicle insurance program
• Valid BLS certification

Preferred Licensure/Education

• Associates degree
• Certificate in Pediatric Advanced Life Support
• Certificate in Advanced Cardiac Life Support
• Certificate in Pre-hospital Trauma Life Support

Employee Health Requirements Exposure/Sensory Requirements Exposure To

• Chemicals:
  Auto soaps and waxes, Armor all (tires), window cleaners (ammonia), bleach, floor cleaners, strippers and wax, alcohol.
• Video Display Terminals:
  None
• Blood and Body Fluids: EMT positions are exposed through patient care of traumatically injured patients, initiating IV therapy, endotracheal intubation, transfer of incontinent patients, and removal of deceased patients.
• TB or Airborne Pathogens:
  Possible exposure to undiagnosed patients during field care and transportation.

Sensory Requirements (speech, Vision, Smell, Hearing, Touch)

• Speech:
  Ability to communicate clearly and accurately with patient and over communication devices.
• Vision:
  Correctable to 20/20 for driving and patient assessment, reading monitors, and checking blood pressure.
• Smell:
  Assess odors on patient's airway, vapors or fumes at scene.
• Hearing:
  Ability to hear lung and heart sounds, radio communications, and the patient's voice.
• Touch:
  Good sensation to assess pulse qualities, skin temperatures, and moisture. Manipulate patient care, equipment.

Activity / Lifting Requirements

• Percentage of time during the normal workday the employee is required to:
• Sit: 25%
• Twist: 5%
• Stand: 15%
• Crawl: 1%
• Walk: 15%
• Kneel: 2%
• Lift: 10%
• Drive: 18%
• Squat: 6%
• Climb: 3%
• Bend: 8%
• Reach above shoulders: 1%

Weight required to be lifted each normal workday

• Up to 10 lbs:
  Frequently
• Up to 20 lbs:
  Frequently
• Up to 35 lbs:
  Frequently
• Up to 50 lbs:
  Frequently
• Up to 75 lbs:
  Frequently
• Up to 100 lbs:
  Frequently
• Over 100 lbs:
  Occasionally

Maximum consecutive time (minutes) during the normal workday for each activity

• Sit: 240
• Twist: 20
• Stand: 180
• Crawl: 5
• Walk: 60
• Kneel: 5
• Lift: 20
• Drive: 240
• Squat: 5
• Climb: 10
• Bend: 15
• Reach above shoulders: 20

Repetitive Use Of Hands (Frequency Indicated)

• Simple grasp up to 15 lbs. Normal weight: 5-10# frequent
• Pushing & pulling Normal weight:…