Paramedic - *Relocation to Chicagoland Area

Overview

We are actively hiring Paramedics who are ready to relocate to Illinois and join an EMS team in a safe community with competitive pay and a healthy work-life balance! We are passionate about creating a safe, supportive, and respectful work environment for all employees. Relocation assistance is provided to Illinois for those eligible.

Why relocate to Illinois?

• The opportunity to be a part of a highly respected, tight-knit EMS team for the Midwest leaders in EMS
• Career advancement opportunities such as CCT Paramedic, Flight Paramedic, etc.
• High quality of life in a vibrant, diverse community with affordable living and great schools
  
  

Openings in multiple locations throughout Illinois: 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 3,500 licensed EMTs, Paramedics and Nurses, operating a fleet of more than 800 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 transport.

Responsibilities

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

• Provide appropriate patient care as stipulated in their training as an Paramedic.Â
• Provide 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.Â
• Appropriately assess a patient and accurately convey the condition to other medical professionals.Â
• Provide an accurate written report describing a patient's condition, medical history, and the treatment provided.Â
• Provide appropriate documentation for billing information.Â
• Maintain the vehicle in sanitary condition, in addition to monitoring all fluid levels and gauges.Â
  
  

Qualifications

• NREMT-P 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.
• Willingness to relocate to Illinois.Â
  
  

Benefits

• Relocation Assistance
• Flexible SchedulingÂ
• Competitive CompensationÂ
• Immediate EMT / Paramedic Job PlacementÂ
• Multiple Station Locations with the Ability to Transfer Throughout the CompanyÂ
• Opportunity to Work OvertimeÂ
• Health/dental/life insuranceÂ
• Tuition ReimbursementÂ
• Opportunity for Career GrowthÂ
  
  

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:Â Benefits PageÂ

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

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