Job Information
Superior Ambulance Service EMT Oak Lawn in Oak Lawn, Illinois
Overview
Superior Air-Ground Ambulance Service, Inc.
Openings in multiple locations: 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 2,500 licensed EMTs, Paramedics and Nurses, operating a fleet of more than 500 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 transports.
Responsibilities
The primary duties and responsibilities of the EMT consist of, but are not limited to the following:
P rovide appropriate patient care as stipulated in their training as an EMT.
P rovide 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.
A ppropriately assess a patient and accurately convey the condition to other medical professionals.
P rovide an accurate written report describing a patient's condition, medical history, and the treatment provided.
P rovide appropriate documentation for billing information.
M aintain the vehicle in sanitary condition, in addition to monitoring all fluid levels and gauges.
Qualifications
NREMT ( National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians ) 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 lift ing examinatio n, drug screen , and background check.
Attend company provided training and driving course .
Benefits
Flexible scheduling
Competitive compensation
Immediate EMT / Paramedic job placement
Multiple station locations with the ability to transfer - throughout the company
Opportunity to work overtime
Health/dental/life insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Opportunity for Career Growth
Superior Air-Ground Ambulance Service, Inc. 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
Special Events Paramedic
Special Event Paramedics provide on-site medical care to large crowds such as sporting events, and local venue stand-by coverage. The basic function of the Paramedic is to provide medical care and transportation for a patient at the Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic (EMT-P) level, within their scope of practice, as stipulated by State of Illinois.
