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Travel Paramedic needed for a 13-week contract near Mount Carmel, Illinois, offering up to $45 per hour and a schedule of two 24-hour shifts per week. The role provides advanced life support in county and hospital EMS settings, responding to 911 calls, stabilizing patients, and collaborating with emergency department staff.

Key Responsibilities:

Respond to 911 emergency calls and provide advanced prehospital care in county and hospital EMS settings Perform comprehensive patient assessments, identify life-threatening conditions, and initiate appropriate interventions Administer medications, establish IV/IO access, and perform advanced airway management per 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 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 licensure before assignment begins Current BLS certification Current ACLS certification Valid driver's license and ability to meet 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:

PALS certification 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:

Earn up to $45 per hour based on experience 13-

Week Travel Assignment Consistent Scheduling:

Two 24-hour shifts per week, totaling 48 scheduled hours

Day/Night Coverage:

Opportunity to work extended emergency response shifts

Professional Growth:

Strengthen advanced life support and emergency response skills

Dedicated Recruiter Support:

Work with a staffing team committed to helping you succeed throughout your assignment

Meaningful Patient Care:

Make a direct impact on emergency medical services in a close-knit community