EMT - Paramedic

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Shift

As Needed

Scheduled Weekly Hours

4

POSITION PURPOSE:         

Provide pre-hospital care in both the emergency and non-emergency setting to include, but not limited to: emergency calls, local and long-distance transfers. Works closely with customers to coordinate, schedule, and efficiently deliver skilled patient care and transport.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Operates ambulance according to the laws and regulations of the State of Illinois and CGH Medical Center Policies.
• Assists with vehicle and equipment maintenance.
• Keeps work area and ambulance clean, organized and in a state of readiness according to departmental policies and procedures.
• Functions as an active member of the pre-hospital team working closely with internal and external customers.
• Safely packages and transports patients in an expedient manner, attending to the physical and emotional needs of customer.
• Complete run report and billing forms with accurate and complete information.
• Participate actively and constructively in departmental quality improvement processes.
• Provides information about Special Service Area 1 and directions using in-depth knowledge of maps and locations.
• Provide field supervision of pre-hospital staff and students in a positive and helpful manner.
• Operate telephone and radio using proper etiquette, clear and accurate annunciation.
• Accurately records all radio and telephone messages.
• Documents Patient records into a computerized data collection system accurately and efficiently.
• Performs other duties deemed necessary.

SPECIALIZED KNOW-HOW & REQUIREMENTS:

• Certification as and EMT-Paramedic in the State of Illinois required.
• Certification as an Emergency Vehicle Operator required or obtained within 90 days of hire.
• Valid Illinois Class (d) Vehicle Operator’s License with a minimum of four years licensed driving experience required.

Compensation Range

$23.71 - $35.57

Available Benefits for PRN Positions

Gift Shop Discount

CGH Day Care Discount

CGH Dietary Discount

Employee Assistance Program

CGH Pharmacy Discount

CGH Vision Center Discount

Thank you for your interest in a career at CGH Medical Center.