Travel/Contract - Paramedic - Up to $45/HR!

A leading healthcare recruitment and staffing firm is hiring a Travel Paramedic for a 13-week contract near Mount Carmel, Illinois. The role involves providing advanced life support in county and hospital-based EMS settings. Candidates will work two 24-hour shifts per week with competitive pay up to $45 per hour. Key Responsibilities: Respond to 911 emergency calls and provide advanced prehospital emergency medical care in county and hospital-based EMS settings. Perform comprehensive patient assessments, identify life-threatening conditions, and initiate appropriate emergency interventions. Administer medications, establish IV/IO access, and perform advanced airway management according to established EMS protocols. Provide advanced cardiac life support, including ECG interpretation, cardiac monitoring, and defibrillation when indicated. Stabilize and transport critically ill or injured patients to appropriate medical facilities. Collaborate with emergency department physicians, nurses, dispatchers, and other first responders to coordinate patient care. Safely operate emergency medical equipment and assist with ambulance operations. Complete accurate patient care reports (PCRs) and maintain thorough documentation of assessments, treatments, and patient outcomes. Assist with interfacility transfers and emergency patient transport as assigned. Maintain readiness of ambulances, medical supplies, medications, and emergency equipment. Follow all applicable EMS protocols, safety regulations, infection control procedures, and patient confidentiality standards. Qualifications: Completion of an accredited Paramedic education program. Current Illinois Paramedic License or eligibility to obtain Illinois licensure before assignment. Current BLS certification. Current ACLS certification. Valid driver's license and ability to meet applicable ambulance operation requirements. Ability to work independently, demonstrate sound clinical judgment, and respond effectively to high-pressure emergency situations. Strong communication, teamwork, and critical-thinking skills. Preferred Skills: Current PALS certification Current NREMT Paramedic Certification Minimum 1-2 years of recent Paramedic experience Previous experience in 911 emergency response, rural EMS, county EMS, or hospital-based ambulance services Benefits: Competitive pay up to $45 per hour 13-week travel assignment Consistent scheduling of two 24-hour shifts per week, totaling 48 scheduled hours Day/night coverage opportunity Professional growth in advanced life support and emergency response skills Dedicated recruiter support Meaningful patient care impact You hold an Illinois Paramedic license and certifications. You have 1-2 years of advanced EMS experience. You can handle 24-hour shifts and emergency response #J-18808-Ljbffr ConnectedHealth