LifeCare EMS is looking to hire paramedics in response to our rapidly growing call volume. Paramedics respond to emergency calls, performing medical services and transporting patients to medical facilities as they continue to give care when necessary during the transport of the patient to the hospital. People’s lives often depend on their quick reaction and competent care. Paramedics must be able to maintain their composure in extremely stressful situations in order to assess medical situations and perform emergency lifesaving procedures.

Responsibilities:

• Provide pre-hospital patient care as outlined in local protocols.
• Respond to emergency medical and trauma calls for assistance and provide care that coincides with the local protocols and level of training. Non-emergency calls may be fielded by paramedic teams depending on call volume.
• Assess a patient’s condition and determine a course of treatment
• Administer medications as outlined in local protocols.
• Perform advanced life support measures as outlined in local protocols. 

Requirements:

• Skills and experience incumbent to function with proficiency at the ALS level of service.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• NREMT
• Mississippi Licensure as a Paramedic or eligible for licensure
• Valid Driver’s License with a good driving record
• Consent to a criminal background check
• Ability to lift/push/pull at least 100 lbs

Preferred:

• Mississippi EMS driver certification
• Current CPR card
• ACLS certification
• PALS certification

What we offer:

• Competitive pay
• Paid time off
• 401k opportunities
• A variety of elective benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Uniforms
• On-site continuing education
• Family culture based on open communication
• Available managment 
• Progresive protocols with engaged medical director