Paramedic - Lyons

About Us

At Paramedic Services of Illinois, we are dedicated to providing compassionate and high-quality emergency medical care to our community. Our company culture is centered around the belief that every individual deserves prompt and professional medical attention delivered with empathy and respect.

• Respond promptly to emergency calls and assess the medical needs of patients.
• Administer appropriate medical treatment and interventions according to established protocols and guidelines.
• Demonstrate the ability to safely lift, transfer, and maneuver patients in and out of ambulances, facilities, residences, and other locations.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, healthcare professionals, and other emergency responders to ensure coordinated and efficient patient care.
• Complete and maintain accurate records and documentation with regard to transport, equipment inspection, supplies usage, incidents, and other forms of documentation inherent in the operation.
• Demonstrate, by attendance and documentation, compliance with PSI and/or the Department of Health requirements for continuing education and licensure.
• Maintain a clean and complete uniform, personal hygiene, and a professional, pleasant, and polite demeanor to all persons with whom the individual comes in contact while on duty.
• Inspect and promptly report damage, deficiencies, safety issues, or other problems with ambulances, company vehicles, equipment and supplies, or any other matters relevant to the safe, efficient and proper operation of the company; assist with vehicle and equipment maintenance and station maintenance.
• Participate in public education, public relations, public health safety programs, emergency medical service training, fire training, fire prevention activities, fire suppression, rescue, extrication, hazardous material situations, demonstrations, instructing, and any other activity that would benefit the company, its contracting communities, or the general public.

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Current/Valid Illinois Driver’s License of proper classification.
• Successful completion of a Paramedic program and maintain a current/valid Illinois Department of Public Health License.
• Capable of completing continuing education and testing requirements in the system that you are assigned.
• State of Illinois Firefighter Certifications (for Firefighter applicants).
• Successful completion of a professional and criminal background check.
• Successfully pass pre-employment testing including a Fit for Duty Physical, Drug Screening, Agility and Lifting Evaluation.

• ACLS.
• PALS/PEPP.
• PHTLS, BTLS, ITLS.
• CPR Instructor.

• Competitive Pay - From $75,000 Annually.
• Paid Time Off/Sick time.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan.
• Holiday Pay.
• 24/48-Hour Shifts.
• PPO Health & Dental Insurance.
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance.
• Life Insurance.
• Credit Union Membership.
• Professional Liability Insurance.
• Scheduled Performance Evaluations.
• Flexible Benefits Plan (FSA).
• Short & Long Term Off-Duty Disability Insurance.
• Aflac Insurance.
• Service Award Program.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Bereavement Leave.
• Switch Time Privileges.
• Selective Tuition Reimbursement.
• Reimbursement for State of Illinois EMS Relicensing Fee.
• Uniforms Provided.
• Retirement Award Program.

At Paramedic Services of Illinois, our company culture is built on the foundation of compassion, professionalism, and teamwork. For 50 years, we have been committed to creating a supportive and inclusive work environment where every team member is valued and respected. Our philosophy extends not only to our patients but also to our employees, who play a vital role in fulfilling our mission of providing exceptional emergency medical care to our communities.

Join our team at Paramedic Services of Illinois and be part of a company that truly cares about its employees and the communities we serve.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.