Paramedic Jobs in Park Forest, 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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Full-Time Tinley Park 911 Paramedic

  • Calumet City, IL (13 miles from Park Forest, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Calumet City, IL (13 miles from Park Forest, IL)
  • 1 day ago

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

Paramedic - Located in Tinley Park, IL

  • Munster, IN (12 miles from Park Forest, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Munster, IN (12 miles from Park Forest, IL)
  • 12 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

  • Orland Park, IL (12 miles from Park Forest, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Orland Park, IL (12 miles from Park Forest, IL)
  • 12 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...

Emergency Response Paramedic - Located in Tinley Park, IL

  • Darien, IL (24 miles from Park Forest, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Darien, IL (24 miles from Park Forest, IL)
  • 12 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

  • Tinley Park, IL (9 miles from Park Forest, IL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Tinley Park, IL (9 miles from Park Forest, IL)
  • 13 days ago

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

Paramedic

  • La Grange, IL (23 miles from Park Forest, IL)
  • 15 days ago
  • La Grange, IL (23 miles from Park Forest, IL)
  • 15 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...

Emergency Response Paramedic

  • Munster, IN (12 miles from Park Forest, IL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Munster, IN (12 miles from Park Forest, IL)
  • 15 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 - Merrillville

  • Merrillville, IN (20 miles from Park Forest, IL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Merrillville, IN (20 miles from Park Forest, IL)
  • 15 days ago

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...

Paramedic Advocate Childrens Hospital

  • Oak Lawn, IL (17 miles from Park Forest, IL)
  • 23 days ago
  • Oak Lawn, IL (17 miles from Park Forest, IL)
  • 23 days ago

Qualifications NREMT (National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians) or current state license (or pending)....

Critical Care Transport Paramedic

  • Crown Point, IN (20 miles from Park Forest, IL)
  • 27 days ago
  • Crown Point, IN (20 miles from Park Forest, IL)
  • 27 days ago

Heart Association Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - American Heart Association TRAVEL IS REQUIRED: Up to 75% EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER It is the policy of Franciscan Alliance to provide equal...

Industrial Firefighter Paramedic - Rural Metro Fir

  • Lemont, IL (20 miles from Park Forest, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Lemont, IL (20 miles from Park Forest, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

at America Medical Response in Lemont, Illinois, United States Job Description Industrial Firefighter/Paramedic - Citgo Petroleum Refinery, Lemont, IL *$4,000 sign on bonus for Industrial Firefighter...

Paramedic/Firefighter Richton Park

  • Richton Park, IL (1 mile from Park Forest, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Richton Park, IL (1 mile from Park Forest, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

Paramedic/Firefighter Richton Park Company: Superior Ambulance Service Location: Richton Park, IL Date Posted: 4/24/25, 10:57 PM Overview Metro Paramedic Services, Inc. is a subsidiary of Superior Air-Ground...

Paramedic

  • Gary, IN (20 miles from Park Forest, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Gary, IN (20 miles from Park Forest, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

EQUIVALENT HAVE A VALID STATE OF INDIANA DRIVER'S LICENSE STATE OF INDIANA CERTIFIED PARAMEDIC OR NATIONAL REGISTRY CERTIFIED PARAMEDIC ACLS, PALS, PHTLS CERTIFIED...

Paramedic OR Nurse - LPN, LVN or RN.

  • Hobart, IN (24 miles from Park Forest, IL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Hobart, IN (24 miles from Park Forest, IL)
  • 90+ days ago

Your skills and experience Education Graduation from a paramedic, nursing, physician assistant, chiropractic, medical school or naturopathic medical training program If graduation is from a foreign...

Firefighter Paramedic - Wilmington Fire Dept

  • Wilmington, IL (22 miles from Park Forest, IL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Wilmington, IL (22 miles from Park Forest, IL)
  • 90+ days ago

Wilmington Fire Department - Firefighter Paramedic Annual Compensation up to $60,000 per year (based on full-time local schedule) We encourage you to apply to this job posting even if the location may...

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Salary for Paramedic Jobs in Park Forest, IL

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Highest Education Level

Paramedics in Park Forest, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
24.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
24.9%
Associate's Degree
22.1%
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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