Overview

Openings in multiple locations: Elmhurst, Oak Lawn, Markham, Chicago (Illinois Medical District & Chicago North), Des Plaines, Green Oaks, Schaumburg, Aurora, Elgin, Cary, Joliet, Evanston, Rockford, Grayslake

History of the Company: Superior Ambulance Service started in 1959 with one ambulance and today is the largest independent, locally owned, and operated emergency medical services provider in the Midwest. Superior employs more than 4,000 licensed EMTs, Paramedics and Nurses, operating a fleet of more than 800 ambulances throughout Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Michigan, and Wisconsin. Superior also provides Critical Care, helicopter, and fixed wing emergency medical transportation.

EMTs and Paramedics provide safe transportation and quality medical care to sick and injured individuals within the scope of state EMS regulations. Superior provides the highest quality care in emergencies and scheduled medical transports.

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.
Provide safe transportation, to include accurately discerning street names through map reading, the ability to correctly distinguish house numbers, and addresses of business locations, in the most expedient manner, are essential.
Appropriately assess a patient and accurately convey the condition to other medical professionals.
Provide an accurate written report describing a patient's condition, medical history, and the treatment provided.
Provide appropriate documentation for billing information.
Maintain the vehicle in sanitary condition, in addition to monitoring all fluid levels and gauges.

Qualifications

NREMT (National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians) or current state license (or pending).
Ability to provide - medical care, at the EMT or Paramedic level, while safely transporting patients.
Possess a valid driver's license, satisfactory driving record and must be able to safely operate a vehicle in various conditions, including daytime, nighttime and inclement weather.
Pass a pre-employment interview including a physical and lifting examination, drug screen, and background check.
Attend company provided training and driving course.

Benefits

Flexible scheduling
Competitive compensation
Immediate EMT / Paramedic job placement
Multiple station locations with the ability to transfer - throughout the company
Opportunity to work overtime
Health/dental/life insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Opportunity for Career Growth

Additional earnings via bi-weekly bonus up to $4.00/HR.

Salary Range

USD $25.50 - USD $34.50 /Hr. rates offered based on years of experience and full time scheduled templates.

About the company

Superior Ambulance is a private emergency medical services company that transports patients by ground ambulance, helicopter and airplane. Its services range from basic and advanced life support to critical care transfers, with additional wheelchair transportation through Illinois Medi-Car. The company operates across Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Ohio and Wisconsin, serving emergency and non-emergency transport needs. Its air services connect patients with higher levels of care and support organ recovery, while its special events division supplies medical coverage for sports, concerts and community events. Founded in 1959, Superior Ambulance is headquartered in Elmhurst, Illinois, United States.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Elmhurst, IL

Founded

1959

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What believers are saying

Education has financial support: the S.T.A.R. programme assists eligible employees while they continue working.
Full-time benefits include retirement saving: the careers site lists a 401(k) alongside its insurance package.
Station transfers support mobility: the Schaumburg paramedic vacancy lists opportunities to move between locations throughout the company.

What critics are saying

Driving includes difficult conditions: the Illinois paramedic posting requires safe vehicle operation at night and in inclement weather.
Driver schedules extend beyond weekdays: the courtesy-van vacancy requires availability for nights and weekends.
Van work requires lifting: the courtesy-driver posting specifies the ability to lift at least 50 pounds.

What makes Superior Ambulance unique

Ownership remains with a family: the company describes itself as independent, family owned and operated.
Dispatch is operated internally: Superior owns four communications centres that coordinate ambulances within their respective states.
Disaster response extends nationally: Superior acts as a FEMA contractor deploying ambulances, personnel and supplies.

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