Job description

PSI IS LOOKING FOR QUALIFIED PARAMEDIC / FIREFIGHTER TO JOIN THE TEAM AT THE
WEST CHICAGO FIRE DISTRICT

Join The Team Dedicated To Excellence

For more than 48 years, Paramedic Services of Illinois, Inc. remains one of the leading providers of contractual paramedic and firefighter services. By employing dedicated professionals and maintaining high standards, PSI has developed a distinguished reputation in the EMS/Fire industry. PSI provides paramedics/firefighters to communities, municipalities and fire protection districts. We also provide in-house Critical Care Transport Teams and a state-of-the-art ambulance/fire rescue billing service to our clients and other communities.

FIREFIGHTER/PARAMEDIC

To properly assess and transport patients with medical emergencies and injuries; administer the appropriate basic and advanced life support to patients as authorized by the Emergency Medical System Project Medical Director or his/her delegated authority.

ADDITIONAL POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist with vehicle and equipment maintenance, station maintenance, public education, public relations, public health safety programs, emergency medical service training, fire training, fire prevention activities, fire suppression, rescue, extrication, hazardous material situations, demonstrations, instructing, and any other activity that would benefit the Company, its contracting communities, or the general public.

REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Current/Valid Illinois Driver’s License of proper classification
• Successful completion of a Paramedic program and maintain a current/valid Illinois Department of Public Health License
• Capable of completing continuing education and testing requirements in the system that you are assigned
• State of Illinois Firefighter Certifications (for Firefighter applicants)
• Successful completion of a professional and criminal background check
• Successful completion of a motor vehicle check
• Successfully pass pre-employment testing including a Fit for Duty Physical, Drug Screening, Agility and Lifting Evaluation

PREFERRED (but not required)

• ACLS
• PALS/PEPP
• PHTLS/ BTLS/ITLS
• CPR Instructor
• CPAT for Firefighter applications
• Critical Care Paramedic

If you are a licensed Paramedic or Paramedic/Firefighter who strives for excellence and desires an exceptional career opportunity, submit your resume or contact us at (847) 678-4900.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS PACKAGE INCLUDES:

• Competitive pay
• Scheduled performance evaluations
• Sick Time
• Holiday Pay
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• 24/48 hour shifts
• Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Life Insurance
• Credit union membership
• Professional liability insurance
• Health & Dental Insurance
• Flexible Benefits Plan (FSA)
• Short & Long term off-duty disability insurance
• Aflac Insurance
• Service award program
• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off
• Bereavement leave
• Switch time privileges
• Selective tuition reimbursement
• Reimbursement for State of Illinois EMS relicensing fee
• Uniforms provided, under a one-year reimbursement agreement
• Firefighting gear provided
• Retirement Award Program

For more information about PSI, visit us at www.paramedicservices.com

Paramedic Services of Illinois, Inc. is committed to attracting and retaining talented, high-quality individuals. We provide competitive wages, excellent benefits and a 401K retirement plan.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 per year

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

• Paramedic License (Required)
• Driver's License (Required)
• BOF Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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