Paramedic Jobs in Oak Lawn, IL

A Paramedic in the med tech industry is a professional who provides advanced medical and trauma care in emergency situations. Their tasks involve assessing patient's condition, administering appropriate medical procedures and medications, transporting patients to medical facilities, and providing reports or documentation. Paramedics utilize Med Tech equipment such as ECG machines, defibrillators, ventilators, and intravenous fluids to provide life-saving care to patients. They work closely with other healthcare professionals and maintain a clean, safe, and operational ambulance environment.

Important qualities for a Paramedic include excellent problem-solving skills, ability to work under pressure, physical stamina, and strong interpersonal and communication skills. They must also have a thorough knowledge of medical procedures and equipment operation. The most common certification required is the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) certification, which ensures competency in the field. Before becoming a Paramedic, an individual may hold positions such as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), a Firefighter, or a Registered Nurse (RN). These roles provide the necessary experience in emergency medical services and patient care needed to succeed as a Paramedic.

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Paramedic

  • Hammond, IN (14 miles from Oak Lawn, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hammond, IN (14 miles from Oak Lawn, IL)
  • 1 day ago

MinimumRequired Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent (GED) State Paramedic License State Drivers License BLS, ACLS, NREMT-Paramedic Driving record compliant with company policy Pass Physical...

Emergency Response Paramedic

  • Brookfield, IL (9 miles from Oak Lawn, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Brookfield, IL (9 miles from Oak Lawn, IL)
  • 1 day ago

MinimumRequired Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent (GED) State Paramedic License State Drivers License BLS, ACLS, NREMT-Paramedic Driving record compliant with company policy Pass Physical...

911 Paramedic - Tinley Park

  • Dolton, IL (9 miles from Oak Lawn, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Dolton, IL (9 miles from Oak Lawn, IL)
  • 1 day ago

MinimumRequired Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent (GED) State Paramedic License State Drivers License BLS, ACLS, NREMT-Paramedic Driving record compliant with company policy Pass Physical...

Firefighter Paramedic - Glenwood Fire Dept

  • Glenwood, IL (13 miles from Oak Lawn, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Glenwood, IL (13 miles from Oak Lawn, IL)
  • 3 days ago

American Medical Response (AMR) Glenwood, IL Firefighter Paramedic Firefighter Paramedic Compensation: $70000 annual salary (based on local Full-time schedule) Were hiring a Firefighter Paramedic with...

Emergency Response Paramedic - Located in Lemont, IL

  • Lemont, IL (11 miles from Oak Lawn, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lemont, IL (11 miles from Oak Lawn, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Located in Lemont, IL Job Description: Industrial Firefighter/Paramedic Citgo Petroleum Refinery, Lemont, IL IMMEDIATELY HIRING!...

Paramedic - Relocation to Chicagoland Area

  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Oak Lawn, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Oak Lawn, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Qualifications + NREMT-P or current state license (or pending). + Ability to provide - medical care, at the EMT or Paramedic level, while safely transporting patients. + Possess a valid drivers license...

Industrial Firefighter Paramedic

  • Lemont, IL (11 miles from Oak Lawn, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Lemont, IL (11 miles from Oak Lawn, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Industrial Firefighter/Paramedic – Citgo Petroleum Refinery, Lemont, IL IMMEDIATELY HIRING!...

Critical Care Paramedic

  • Skokie, IL (22 miles from Oak Lawn, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Skokie, IL (22 miles from Oak Lawn, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Join Chicagolands award-winning ambulance service and become a part of the best EMS team, with the latest equipment and technology, providing emergency and non-emergency care to the community and...

Paramedic Lead

  • Glenwood, IL (13 miles from Oak Lawn, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Glenwood, IL (13 miles from Oak Lawn, IL)
  • 5 days ago

QUALIFICATIONS: Experience: * Minimum 2 years of Paramedic experience. * Some leadership experience preferred....

Firefighter Paramedic

  • Oak Park, IL (12 miles from Oak Lawn, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Oak Park, IL (12 miles from Oak Lawn, IL)
  • 6 days ago

QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: · Advanced life support and basic life support procedures and techniques....

Community Paramedic (ED - LEAD)

  • Elmhurst, IL (15 miles from Oak Lawn, IL)
  • 17 days ago
  • Elmhurst, IL (15 miles from Oak Lawn, IL)
  • 17 days ago

Qualifications + Valid Illinois Paramedic License + Valid Drivers License Training Expectations + The Paramedic Coach must complete a 40-hour provided CPTI training course....

Paramedic/Firefighter South Chicago Heights

  • South Chicago Heights, IL (15 miles from Oak Lawn, IL)
  • 17 days ago
  • South Chicago Heights, IL (15 miles from Oak Lawn, IL)
  • 17 days ago

Paramedic/Firefighter South Chicago Heights South Chicago Heights, Illinois Paramedic/Firefighter 8207 Job Description Overview Metro Paramedic Services, Inc. is a subsidiary of Superior Air-Ground...

Emergency Response Paramedic - Located in Tinley Park, IL

  • Mokena, IL (13 miles from Oak Lawn, IL)
  • 19 days ago
  • Mokena, IL (13 miles from Oak Lawn, IL)
  • 19 days ago

MinimumRequired Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent (GED) State Paramedic License State Drivers License BLS, ACLS, NREMT-Paramedic Driving record compliant with company policy Pass Physical...

Paramedic - Located in Tinley Park, IL

  • Crest Hill, IL (21 miles from Oak Lawn, IL)
  • 19 days ago
  • Crest Hill, IL (21 miles from Oak Lawn, IL)
  • 19 days ago

MinimumRequired Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent (GED) State Paramedic License State Drivers License BLS, ACLS, NREMT-Paramedic Driving record compliant with company policy Pass Physical...

911 Paramedic - Tinley Park - Located in Tinley Park, IL

  • Hammond, IN (14 miles from Oak Lawn, IL)
  • 19 days ago
  • Hammond, IN (14 miles from Oak Lawn, IL)
  • 19 days ago

MinimumRequired Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent (GED) State Paramedic License State Drivers License BLS, ACLS, NREMT-Paramedic Driving record compliant with company policy Pass Physical...

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Salary for Paramedic Jobs in Oak Lawn, IL

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Highest Education Level

Paramedics in Oak Lawn, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
24.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
24.8%
Associate's Degree
22.2%
High School or GED
17.0%
Master's Degree
6.5%
Some College
2.3%
Doctorate Degree
1.8%
Some High School
0.5%


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