Paramedic

Paramedic PositionHeadquartered in Ann Arbor, HVA provides EMS to all of Washtenaw County along with several large-scale special events, including U of M athletics. Our paramedics typically work 12 or 24-hour shifts and provide both emergent and non-emergent transport, delivering patient care under hospital-approved medical protocols. Additional opportunities for paramedics include training in critical care transport and community paramedicine. HVA also has opportunities within their specialty teams including HazMat medical response, technical rescue, honor guard, tactical EMS, and bicycle medic teams.RequirementsApplicants must be at least 18 years of ageHigh school diploma or equivalentValid State of Michigan paramedic licenseACLS, CPR, and PHTLS or ITLS certified (PHTLS can be provided upon hire)Valid driver's license and acceptable driving recordPhysically capable of meeting job requirements: lifting and moving patients, carrying medical equipmentAbility to pass a company-sponsored background check, drug screen, and physicalAbility to work professionally and cooperatively with a diverse range of peopleJob DutiesMaintain high clinical standards in all aspects of care.Safely drive and operate ambulances.Provide basic life support, including CPR, airway, suction, oxygen application, bleeding control, splinting, bandaging, etc.Provide advanced life support, including ACLS, airway management, medication administration, IV administration, etc.Provide convalescent care, including transporting sick, injured, and convalescent patients to and from medical facilities.Proficiently and safely perform patient handling, including stretcher operations, lifting, and loading.Treat patients with compassion and respect.Interact professionally and courteously with patients, family members, facility staff, and co-workers.Huron Valley Ambulance is a member of Emergent Health Partners.Equal opportunity and affirmative action employer of F/M/Disability/VetsEqual Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.