Join Medics First! Now hiring for part-time Basic EMT positions in the Springfield area!
Medics First is the premier provider of emergency and scheduled ambulance services in Central and Western Illinois, as well as parts of Iowa. We are a private, not-for-profit organization operated for community benefit.
Our EMTs are responsible for caring for patients in emergency response situations, during interfacility transports, and during standby events. EMTs at Medics First work 12 or 24 hour shifts based at our Springfield location.
Job Duties:
- Examine and evaluate patients to determine necessary care
- Provide patients with emergency care by utilizing appropriate techniques and equipment
- Document patient information, condition, and treatment
- Maintain patient confidentiality and perform all care with respect for patient rights
- Transport patients in accordance with outlined policies and procedures
- Maintain a safe, clean, and well-stocked environment in accordance with company vehicle check-off sheets and inventory requirements.
- Operate and drive an ambulance in conjunction with applicable safety policies and laws
- Assist paramedics in all advanced life support situations
- Maintain current certification(s) according to provisions set forth by the governing licensure
- Maintain a professional appearance and attitude at all times
- Present and promote a positive company image
Medics First provides competitive benefits:
- 403(b) account with 50% company match
- Paid Time Off
- Holiday Pay - six paid holidays each year: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day
- Payroll Direct Deposit
- Furnished Uniforms
- Paid Continuing Education
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage, as well as flex-spending or HSA accounts
- Disability
- Life Insurance
- Fitness Center Memberships
Qualifications
Requirements:
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
- Current EMT license in Illinois
- Current American Heart Association BLS CPR certification
- Must possess a valid Illinois driver's license
- Ability to bend, pull, push, and lift up to 100 pounds (subject to physical exam)
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions
- Demonstrated ability to implement clinical care in accordance with outlined policies and procedures
- Ability to exercise sound judgment while working in a stressful environment
- 1 year of experience in an emergency care setting, a huge plus