Paramedic Jobs in Olympia Fields, IL

A Paramedic in the med tech industry is a professional who provides advanced medical and trauma care in emergency situations. Their tasks involve assessing patient's condition, administering appropriate medical procedures and medications, transporting patients to medical facilities, and providing reports or documentation. Paramedics utilize Med Tech equipment such as ECG machines, defibrillators, ventilators, and intravenous fluids to provide life-saving care to patients. They work closely with other healthcare professionals and maintain a clean, safe, and operational ambulance environment.

Important qualities for a Paramedic include excellent problem-solving skills, ability to work under pressure, physical stamina, and strong interpersonal and communication skills. They must also have a thorough knowledge of medical procedures and equipment operation. The most common certification required is the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) certification, which ensures competency in the field. Before becoming a Paramedic, an individual may hold positions such as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), a Firefighter, or a Registered Nurse (RN). These roles provide the necessary experience in emergency medical services and patient care needed to succeed as a Paramedic.

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Emergency Response Paramedic

  • Glenwood, IL (4 miles from Olympia Fields, IL)
  • 23 days ago
  • Glenwood, IL (4 miles from Olympia Fields, IL)
  • 23 days ago

American Medical Response (AMR) Glenwood, IL Firefighter Paramedic Firefighter Paramedic Compensation: $70000 annual salary (based on local Full-time schedule) We encourage you to apply to this job...

Paramedic OR Nurse - LPN, LVN or RN.

  • Hobart, IN (23 miles from Olympia Fields, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hobart, IN (23 miles from Olympia Fields, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Your skills and experience Education Graduation from a paramedic, nursing, physician assistant, chiropractic, medical school or naturopathic medical training program If graduation is from a foreign...

Industrial Firefighter Paramedic - Rural Metro Fir

  • Lemont, IL (19 miles from Olympia Fields, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Lemont, IL (19 miles from Olympia Fields, IL)
  • 12 days ago

at America Medical Response in Lemont, Illinois, United States Job Description Industrial Firefighter/Paramedic - Citgo Petroleum Refinery, Lemont, IL IMMEDIATELY HIRING!...

Urgent Care Technician - Paramedic

  • Lockport, IL (20 miles from Olympia Fields, IL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Lockport, IL (20 miles from Olympia Fields, IL)
  • 15 days ago

and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) required International Trauma Life Support (ITLS) certifications a plus Minimum of 2 years of work experience in an acute care environment is required....

Paramedic/Firefighter Bourbonnais

  • Bourbonnais, IL (24 miles from Olympia Fields, IL)
  • 17 days ago
  • Bourbonnais, IL (24 miles from Olympia Fields, IL)
  • 17 days ago

Paramedic/Firefighter Bourbonnais Bourbonnais, Illinois Paramedic/Firefighter 5591 Job Description Overview Metro Paramedic Services, Inc. is a subsidiary of Superior Air-Ground Ambulance Services,...

Paramedic - Merrillville

  • Merrillville, IN (19 miles from Olympia Fields, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Merrillville, IN (19 miles from Olympia Fields, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

Responsibilities The primary duties and responsibilities of the Paramedic consist of, but are not limited to the following: Provide appropriate patient care as stipulated in their training as an Paramedic...

Industrial Firefighter Paramedic

  • Lemont, IL (19 miles from Olympia Fields, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Lemont, IL (19 miles from Olympia Fields, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

Job Description Summary : | Job Description : EEO Statement Global Medical Response and its family of companies are an Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes supporting veterans and providing...

Full-Time Tinley Park 911 Paramedic

  • Tinley Park, IL (8 miles from Olympia Fields, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Tinley Park, IL (8 miles from Olympia Fields, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

Current state Paramedic License and maintain currency. Possess a valid State Driver's License. Current BCLS, ACLS, PALS or PEPP, BTLS or PHTLS Provider Certification and maintain currency....

Paramedic

  • Hobart, IN (23 miles from Olympia Fields, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Hobart, IN (23 miles from Olympia Fields, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

Must possess a current paramedic license in the State of Indiana. Must maintain CPR, ACLS, PALS certifications. Successful completion of the Community Healthcare System orientation program....

Critical Care Transport Paramedic

  • Crown Point, IN (20 miles from Olympia Fields, IL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Crown Point, IN (20 miles from Olympia Fields, IL)
  • 90+ days ago

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - American Heart Association TRAVEL IS REQUIRED: Up to 100% EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER...

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Salary for Paramedic Jobs in Olympia Fields, IL

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Highest Education Level

Paramedics in Olympia Fields, IL offer the following education background
Vocational Degree or Certification
24.9%
Bachelor's Degree
24.9%
Associate's Degree
22.1%
High School or GED
17.0%
Master's Degree
6.4%
Some College
2.3%
Doctorate Degree
1.8%
Some High School
0.5%


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