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Metro Paramedic Services, Inc. is a subsidiary of Superior Air-Ground Ambulance Services, Inc. We contract with local municipalities to provide Emergency Medical Services, Rescue and/or Fire Services. Much of our proven success is attributable to the exceptional, compassionate customer service provided by our employees.

We are currently seeking a full-time Paramedic/Firefighter to work on our Elwood contract.  Starting pay is $85,124 annually.

The basic function of the Paramedic/Firefighter is to provide medical care and transportation for a patient at the Paramedic/Firefighter (EMT-P) level, within their scope of practice, as stipulated by Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) and/or EMS Commission of Illinois.

Paramedic/Firefighter Qualifications:

• Paramedic License
• Firefighter II or Basic Operations Firefighter Certification
• Hazmat Technician Certification (preferred, must be acquired within 18 months of hire)
• FAE Certification (preferred, must be acquired within 18 month of hire)
• CPR Certified
• 19 Years of age
• Valid Illinois Driver’s License
• ACLS (Metro will train)
• PALS (Metro will train)
• Successfully completion of pre-employment physical, drug screen and background check

Paramedic/Firefighter Benefits: 

• Opportunities for Career Advancement
• Competitive Wages
• Ability to Receive on Demand Pay Before Pay Day
• 401(k) with Company Contribution
• Medical Insurance- Premium covered 97%
• Dental, Vision & Life Insurance- Premium Covered 100%
• Voluntary Insurance (short-term disability, critical illness, accidental & legal)
• Company Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
• Paid Vacation & Sick Time (192 vacation hours plus 72 Sick hours)
• Holiday Pay
• Tuition Assistance
• Company Provided Training 
• Referral Bonus Available

 METRO Paramedic Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.