Job Description

PSI IS LOOKING FOR A FIREFIGHTER / PARAMEDIC TO JOIN OUR TEAM IN BARRINGTON COUNTRYSIDE FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT

• $5,000 Sign-On Bonus
• Generous annual wage increases
• Room for advancement
• PTO Schedule comparable to public sector
• Outstanding benefits
• Exceptional 401k match
• New Fire Station
• State-of-the-art equipment
• Advanced training opportunities

Plus more! Contact us today about this unique opportunity!

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 patient 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

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:

• Excellent starting pay with room for growth and career opportunities
• Excellent Health, Dental, Vision Benefits
• Paid Time off + Sick Time
• Holiday Pay
• Bereavement Leave
• Generous 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Life Insurance
• Professional liability insurance
• Health & Dental Insurance
• Flexible Benefits Plan (FSA)
• Short & Long term off-duty disability insurance
• Aflac Insurance
• Credit union membership
• Service award program
• Employee assistance program
• Switch time privileges
• Tuition reimbursement
• Reimbursement for State of Illinois EMS relicensing fee
• Uniforms & Fire 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. Contact us about this unique opportunity today!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $70,000.00 per year

Supplemental pay types:

• Signing bonus

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

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

Work Location: In person

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